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Hezbollah's Secretary-General, Sheikh Naim, reaffirmed in a televised speech that "Israel" seeks to weaken Lebanon through continued aggression, occupation, and political pressure, stressing that Lebanon’s strength lies in its Resistance, army, and people.
![Sheikh Naim Qassem: 'Anyone who thinks we [Hezbollah] are weak is delusional'](https://alpha-en-media.almayadeen.net/media/image/2025/4/18/caaff8f1-473a-434b-b5d4-d8d43339978f/1.png?v=3&format=webp "Sheikh Naim Qassem: 'Anyone who thinks we [Hezbollah] are weak is delusional'")
Hannan Hussain
Atilio A. Boron
Tehran University Prof. Mohammad Marandi on the growing relations between Iran and certain
In an exclusive interview for Al Mayadeen, Tehran University Professor Mohammad Marandi discussed Iran's strategic efforts, under late President Raisi, to cultivate stronger political, economic, and cultural ties with countries outside the Western sphere, particularly in the Global South. Marandi highlighted the benefits of this approach, such as reduced dependence on the West, increased trade opportunities, and diplomatic successes.
