Hezbollah

The Succession Battle in Hezbollah Under Fire

Hezbollah is facing a crucial decision as it prepares to choose a successor following the death of its leader, Hassan Nasrallah.
With the mourning period coming to an end, Iran is expected to play a decisive role in determining the new leader, someone who will be instrumental in rebuilding Hezbollah’s power.
The leading candidate for this position is Hashem Safi al-Din, Nasrallah’s cousin and the head of Hezbollah’s executive council, who maintains close ties with Iran.

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Hassan Nasrallah’s Mistakes Since October 7

Since the onset of the war, Hassan Nasrallah has made a series of strategic miscalculations that have significantly weakened Hezbollah and harmed the people of Lebanon.
His reputation as a wise and effective leader has been severely tarnished in Lebanon and across the Arab world, eroding his credibility and leaving him viewed as a failure.

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Iran Fears Israeli Trap Aiming to Drag It into a Regional War

Iran fears that Israel is setting a trap for both Tehran and Hezbollah, with the goal of provoking them into a regional conflict.
Such a war, according to Iranian leaders, would grant Israel international legitimacy to strike a decisive and potentially devastating blow against them.
The Iranian directive to Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah remains clear: adhere to the strategy of attrition against Israel and maintain the “unity of the arenas,” without deviating from this approach.

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The Assassination of Ibrahim Akil: An Israeli Intelligence Victory over Hezbollah

The assassination of Ibrahim Akil, head of Hezbollah’s operations department and commander of the “Radwan” force, represents a significant intelligence and operational achievement in the ongoing battle of wits between Israel and Hezbollah.
A senior Israeli official noted that Israel has the capability to assassinate Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah’s Secretary General, though this remains a decision for the political leadership.

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Israel Launches Unprecedented Strike on Hezbollah, Braces for Retaliation

Israel carried out a creative and unprecedented attack against thousands of operatives of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in Lebanon and is preparing for the organization’s revenge response.
The US is working through diplomatic channels to prevent regional escalation, it is Iran that will determine the nature of Hezbollah’s response, the successful operation does not currently change Israel’s strategic situation.

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Who Will Replace Hezbollah Chief of Staff Fuad Shukr?

At the top of Hezbollah, a succession battle is underway following the assassination of Fuad Shukr, the group’s Chief of Staff.
The leading candidate to fill this critical role is Talal Hamiya, commander of Unit 910. However, his appointment requires approval from Iran, and surprises may yet emerge.

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Increasing Likelihood of an Expanded Conflict Between Israel and Hezbollah

Hezbollah is preparing for an expansion of the conflict on the northern border following Defense Minister Yoav Galant’s statement indicating that the focus of the war is gradually shifting from the Gaza Strip to the northern front. The return of tens of thousands of Israeli evacuees to their homes along the northern border hinges on altering the existing rules of engagement with Hezbollah and establishing a stronger deterrence.

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The Succession Battle in Hezbollah Under Fire

Hezbollah is facing a crucial decision as it prepares to choose a successor following the death of its leader, Hassan Nasrallah.
With the mourning period coming to an end, Iran is expected to play a decisive role in determining the new leader, someone who will be instrumental in rebuilding Hezbollah’s power.
The leading candidate for this position is Hashem Safi al-Din, Nasrallah’s cousin and the head of Hezbollah’s executive council, who maintains close ties with Iran.

Read More >>

Hassan Nasrallah’s Mistakes Since October 7

Since the onset of the war, Hassan Nasrallah has made a series of strategic miscalculations that have significantly weakened Hezbollah and harmed the people of Lebanon.
His reputation as a wise and effective leader has been severely tarnished in Lebanon and across the Arab world, eroding his credibility and leaving him viewed as a failure.

Read More >>

Iran Fears Israeli Trap Aiming to Drag It into a Regional War

Iran fears that Israel is setting a trap for both Tehran and Hezbollah, with the goal of provoking them into a regional conflict.
Such a war, according to Iranian leaders, would grant Israel international legitimacy to strike a decisive and potentially devastating blow against them.
The Iranian directive to Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah remains clear: adhere to the strategy of attrition against Israel and maintain the “unity of the arenas,” without deviating from this approach.

Read More >>

The Assassination of Ibrahim Akil: An Israeli Intelligence Victory over Hezbollah

The assassination of Ibrahim Akil, head of Hezbollah’s operations department and commander of the “Radwan” force, represents a significant intelligence and operational achievement in the ongoing battle of wits between Israel and Hezbollah.
A senior Israeli official noted that Israel has the capability to assassinate Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah’s Secretary General, though this remains a decision for the political leadership.

Read More >>

Israel Launches Unprecedented Strike on Hezbollah, Braces for Retaliation

Israel carried out a creative and unprecedented attack against thousands of operatives of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in Lebanon and is preparing for the organization’s revenge response.
The US is working through diplomatic channels to prevent regional escalation, it is Iran that will determine the nature of Hezbollah’s response, the successful operation does not currently change Israel’s strategic situation.

Read More >>

Who Will Replace Hezbollah Chief of Staff Fuad Shukr?

At the top of Hezbollah, a succession battle is underway following the assassination of Fuad Shukr, the group’s Chief of Staff.
The leading candidate to fill this critical role is Talal Hamiya, commander of Unit 910. However, his appointment requires approval from Iran, and surprises may yet emerge.

Read More >>

Increasing Likelihood of an Expanded Conflict Between Israel and Hezbollah

Hezbollah is preparing for an expansion of the conflict on the northern border following Defense Minister Yoav Galant’s statement indicating that the focus of the war is gradually shifting from the Gaza Strip to the northern front. The return of tens of thousands of Israeli evacuees to their homes along the northern border hinges on altering the existing rules of engagement with Hezbollah and establishing a stronger deterrence.

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