Fadlallah: 'Israel' failed to force Hezbollah's hand

By Al Mayadeen English
Source: Al Mayadeen
27 Nov 2024 00:22
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Hassan Fadlallah, an MP from Hezbollah's Loyalty to the Resistance Bloc in the Lebanese Parliament, affirms to Al-Mayadeen that the occupation has failed against the Resistance on the ground, as operations south of the Litani continued unabated.

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Member of the Loyalty to Resistance Bloc in the Lebanese Parliament, MP Hassan Fadlallah, speaks to Al Mayadeen on November 8, 2024. (Al Mayadeen)

Lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah, a member of the Loyalty to the Resistance Bloc in the Lebanese Parliament, emphasized to Al Mayadeen that the Israeli occupation has failed to impose its political terms on the Resistance.

Speaking on Tuesday evening, Fadlallah stated that Lebanon has successfully resisted the occupation's attempts to dictate political conditions, adding, "We are not exaggerating when we say that steadfastness forced the Israeli enemy to seek a ceasefire."

He remarked, "We are in a critical and sensitive night, but the occupation will not have the upper hand."

Regarding the situation on the ground, Fadlallah underlined that all Israeli objectives have collapsed at the gates of Khiam, Kafr Kila, and other Lebanese villages. He affirmed that despite the advanced technology at its disposal, the occupation's military failed to halt Resistance operations south of the Litani River. He noted that these operations continue to focus on Israeli military installations and are conducted from within that region.

Commenting on Lebanon's achievements in both politics and on the battlefield, Fadlallah said, "The moment the occupation halts its aggression on Lebanon, it will mark a major victory for Lebanon and its people." While acknowledging the high cost paid, he asserted that these sacrifices have prevented the occupation from achieving its goals.

'This is not 1948 or 1967'

Fadlallah argued that victory is measured by achieving objectives, regardless of the rhetoric used by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He emphasized that the Resistance is securing a historic accomplishment for Lebanon and the region, demonstrating to "Israel" that this is not 1948 or 1967.

As Lebanese patriots, Fadlallah said, "Our fundamental role is to remain steadfast and prevent the enemy from achieving its goals." He added, "The enemy may spread fear among civilians, but the Resistance leadership is resolute in confronting it to the very end."

On the topics of displaced persons and reconstruction, Fadlallah affirmed to Al Mayadeen that the day after the war, the people of the South, Bekaa, Dahiya, and all honorable citizens will raise the flag of Resistance and liberation.

He continued, "The Resistance, which shed blood to keep the land free, will stand with its people and families as they return to their towns and villages." He also noted that Beirut, which burned but did not surrender in 1982, will be rebuilt, as will other affected areas.

Regarding the Lebanese Army, the parliamentarian clarified that it remains stationed among its people in South Lebanon. "We are committed to the army and its cohesion," he added.

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Tuesday that the security cabinet had approved a ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and "Israel."

Northern Israeli settlements chiefs: Truce gives Hezbollah upper hand

Amid news of the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, and fueled by media reports and cautious remarks from officials in Beirut, voices of dissent grew within the Israeli occupation, particularly from northern settlement chiefs. Many labeled the deal as an Israeli "surrender agreement" to Hezbollah.

David Azoulay, head of the settlement council in Metula, located in the al-Jalil Panhandle, dismissed claims that the Israeli occupation had achieved its war objectives, calling such statements "lies." He asked, "Why is the most right-wing government in Israeli history heading toward a surrender agreement with Hezbollah?"

Similarly, Avichai Stern, mayor of Kiryat Shmona, expressed concern that such an agreement could lead to a repeat of the October 7 scenario in northern occupied Palestine. He urged Israeli leaders to avoid putting northerners at risk, warning that they could become "the next hostages." Stern added, "I don't understand how we've gone from total victory to total surrender."

Yossi Hadad, head of the regional council of Mateh Asher in western al-Jalil, cautioned that signing the agreement could result in a stronger Hezbollah in the coming years, saying, "We will pay in blood for this."

Benny Ben Muvhar, leader of the Mevo'ot HaHermon regional council, declared that settlers would not return to the north under such an agreement, which undermines one of the war's stated objectives.