Nasrallah’s speech is terrorist par excellence, and contains direct, brazen threats to individuals, deputies, activists, Journalists and media outlets
Elias Bejjani/August 16/2023
Our prayers go out to the souls of Lebanon’s latest martyrs, Fadi Bejjani, Elias Al-Hasrouni, Haitian and Malek Touq, who sacrificed themselves on the altar of Lebanon. May their souls Rest in Peace in the Heavenly mansions.
It is so obvious that Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah’s speech on Monday, August 14, 2023 was not at all according to any standard; accommodating, calm and conciliatory, as Hezbollah’s media outlets — their cymbals and mouthpieces — tried to portray it.
The lengthy, bragging, and Hippocratic speech focused on individuals, activists, parliamentarians, journalists and media facilities, with the aim of singling them out, terrorizing and threatening them.
Nasrallah in a cunning, malice, hostile and provocative rhetoric utilized all his talents of terrorism to divide the people of the Kehali town, and to sow discord among them. He focused on those who took to the streets and confronted his group’s terrorist members, threatening that his militia knows them and has their pictures. Meanwhile with a disgusting impudence he called on the judiciary to pursue and charge them, while intentionally turning a blind eye on the armed reception that took place in the Bekaa region for his militia’s terrorist who assassinated the martyr Fadi Bejjani.
He threatened the MTV station, and described it as malicious (without naming it), and held it accountable for everything that happened in the town of Kehali. In the same context, his threat included Nidaa Al-Watan newspaper (without naming it) among many other media facilities and journalists who covered his militia’s Kehali invasion and crimes.
With the same bragging, fabricated and accusative rhetoric, Nasrallah accused with sedition against his so called resistance, the Members of the parliament, partisan activists and journalists who rushed to support the people of Kehali town.
His most dangerous threat was an alleged civil war that all those Lebanese who reject his militia’s occupation, do not acquiesce in his Iranian authority, do not stupidly applaud the charlatanism and hypocrisy of the heresy of his so called resistance, are preparing.
Nasrallah and his mullahs’ masters in Iran must be well aware that the majority of the Lebanese societies, strongly reject their hegemony and occupation, as was clearly shown in the towns of Shuya, Khaldeh, Ain al-Rummaneh and Kehali.
It is worth mentioning that the ministerial statements, which some allege to have legitimized Hezbollah and the lie of its resistance, are mere proposed plans that have no legal or legislative value. The only authority who legislates in Lebanon is the parliament, and up till now, it did not legislate neither Hezbollah’s weapons nor its alleged and criminal resistance.
As for Hezbollah’s blatant MP, Muhammad Raad’s statement in which he said, “whoever does not want the resistance does not want the Taif Accord”, it is a brazen threat of a war that Hezbollah is preparing to launch against any Lebanese who wants to implement the Taif Accord, that calls plainly for disarming all Lebanese and non-Lebanese militias, and extending the state’s authority by means of its own forces to all Lebanese territories.
It remains that Hezbollah, according to all the Lebanese laws, is a gang of armed criminals and mercenaries and not a resistance.
Meanwhile, Hezbollah did not liberate the south of Lebanon from the Israeli occupation in the year 2000, Nor does Hezbollah represent the Shiite community in the Lebanese Parliament which it kidnaps, takes hostage and falsifies its presentation by force, terrorism and sectarianism.
In conclusion, there will be no solutions in Lebanon at any level, and in any domain without the full implementation of the UN resolutions pertaining to Lebanon, namely the Armistice Agreement, 1559, 1680 and 1701.
Long Live Free Lebanon
*Elias Bejjani
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Below is Sayyed Nasrallah Speech Text
Sayyed Nasrallah: If War Erupts, ‘Israel’ Will Be Returned to Stone Age
Batoul Wehbe/Al-Manar English Website/August 14/2023
Hezbollah Secretary General Sayyed Nasrallah delivers a speech on the 17th anniversary of July victoryHezbollah Secretary General Sayyed Nasrallah delivers a speech on the 17th anniversary of July victory. Hezbollah Secretary General Sayyed Hasan Nasrallah affirmed that should a battle with the Israeli enemy escalate into a war with the entire Axis of Resistance, ‘Israel’ will cease to exist and will be returned to the Stone Age.
In a speech delivered on Monday evening, marking the seventeenth anniversary of the victory in the July 2006 war, Sayyed Nasrallah warned that if war erupts between the Israeli enemy and Lebanon, “there will be no such thing as Israel.” His eminence assured that Israel’s military has gradually “weakened” since the defeat it suffered in 2006.
“I say to the enemy: According to all evidence, you will be returned to the Stone Age if you go to war,” Sayyed Nasrallah said. “We do not deny that ‘Israel’ can return Lebanon to the Stone Age due to its air force, but also ‘Israel’ will be returned to the Stone Age.
In addition to threatening the Israeli enemy, Hezbollah’s leader tackled several local and regional issues during his speech.
On July Victory, Its Repercussions
Sayyed Nasrallah reaffirmed that the swift and resolute return of the populace following the triumph in the July 2006 conflict unmistakably underscored the military victory. He emphasized that the sight of car convoys streaming through all thoroughfares “vividly manifested people’s unwavering resolve in their stance and their unyielding attachment to the land, coupled with an unequivocal commitment to the path of resistance, irrespective of the enormity of the sacrifices endured.” Sayyed Nasrallah articulated his standpoint. He noted the alignment of this year’s victory anniversary with the month of Muharram, a month that bears historical significance due to the pivotal Battle of Karbala, witnessed on its tenth day.
Turning his attention to international affairs, Sayyed Nasrallah expounded on the need to extend condolences to the victims of recent attacks in Pakistan, the Syrian desert, and the Iranian city of Shiraz. He observed a discernible trajectory suggesting a potential resurgence of the terrorist organization “ISIL” across various theaters, seemingly driven by an American decision. “It seems that there is an American decision to unleash ISIL again in many arenas,” he said. Sayyed Nasrallah contended that the subsequent victories would not have materialized had it not been for the strategic foundation laid in the aftermath of the July 2006 war. He classified this victory as a pivotal moment in history, shaping a trajectory for the future. “Over the course of 33 days, we witnessed how Allah defends believers and fulfills the divine promise of victory,” Sayyed Nasrallah said, extending his thanks to all those who contributed to the making of this epic and legend throughout the 33 days.
“Gratitude must be extended,” according to Sayyed Nasrallah, “to a multiplicity of parties for their instrumental contributions. This encompasses gratitude directed towards the martyrs; the populace; the resistance environment; the valiant fighters; the military and security institutions; the injured warriors; the official and popular support rendered to Iran and Syria; and the solidarity extended by the broader Islamic world.” The blend of these elements forged the epic and legendary narrative that unfolded over the span of 33 days, he said.
Reflecting upon the war, Sayyed Nasrallah marveled at the divine providence witnessed over those 33 days, highlighting how the divine promise of victory was fulfilled in defense of the faithful. He underscored the resolute demeanor of masses of people, a scene etched in courage and unwavering trust in the path of resistance, as the defining motif on August 14.
The territorial delineation of maritime boundaries and the commencement of exploration, Sayyed Nasrallah noted, hinged on the bedrock laid by the outcomes of the 2006 war. “The July 2006 victory is a historic victory for the future, too. The demarcation of the maritime borders and the start of oil exploration would not have been possible without building on the results of the 2006 July victory,” His eminence pointed out. Regarding domestic issues, Sayyed Nasrallah highlighted the pressing need for a sovereign fund in Lebanon, ensuring that the nation’s oil wealth becomes an asset for all Lebanese citizens, benefitting generations to come. He appealed to lawmakers to approach this matter with a sense of national and sovereign responsibility, citing the impending parliamentary session’s agenda that includes the proposed Sovereign Fund Law, the result of months of deliberation within pertinent parliamentary committees. “We hope that MPs will approach the issue of the sovereign fund, a proposal set on the agenda of the parliamentary session on Thursday, with a national and sovereign approach. The Sovereign Fund is an urgent need for Lebanon, so that the oil wealth will be secured to all the Lebanese and the future generation, as well.”
To the Stone Age
The enemy, Hezbollah’s leader affirmed, refrains from infringing on Lebanon’s rights due to their understanding that such attempts would elicit a robust response, thereby invoking regret.
“The enemy’s reluctance to undermine Lebanon’s entitlement to its natural resources stems from Lebanon’s formidable strength. Preserving Lebanon’s rights and safeguarding its oil wealth hinges on retaining the entirety of its power elements, most notably the potency of the resistance movement,” his eminence said. “The genuine guarantee to preserving Lebanon’s rights and its oil wealth is Lebanon’s preservation of all its power elements, foremost of which is the resistance,” Sayyed Nasrallah indicated, pointing that what prevents the enemy from diminishing Lebanon’s rights is that it knows well that any violation attempt will be met with a strong reaction that will make them regretful. Recalling the Israeli home front before 2006, His eminence said it was mostly spared from all wars, but the resistance in 2006 forced it to be part of the war. “After 2006, the Israelis added a fourth element to their ‘security doctrine’, that is defense and protection. After the 2006 war, Israelis were forced to look for missile interception systems and made a great effort and spent enormously. The most important thing on the ‘home front’ is the unwillingness of settlers and occupiers of this land to endure sacrifice and bear the consequences.”Hezbollah’s S.G. assured that since 2006, the Zionist army has started to decline and weaken, transitioning from aggression and initiation to a defensive posture. “Today, the Israeli army is in its worst condition compared to any time before. The enemy has switched from offensive mode to defensive mode.”
Affirming the ascendancy of the resistance axis, Sayyed Nasrallah remarked that “Israel” presently cloaks itself behind fortifications. He pointed to the lack of tangible ground gains, the fiasco of the attempted incursion into Gaza, and the assembly of combat units as testaments to this dynamic. He mused over the possibility of the Israeli army’s revival in the face of extensive years of rehabilitation and maneuvers. “Such a resurgence remains elusive, as attested by statements from retired and active Israeli generals and officials acknowledging the army’s challenging predicament.”“Since 2006, the Zionist military apparatus has steadily regressed, its vigor and potency waning. The enemy’s maneuvers to assess its home front’s readiness have yielded reports indicating inadequacy,” he went on to say.
Sayyed Nasrallah categorically stated that the Israeli present state is considerably weaker compared to the past, while the resistance and its axis have grown stronger. The battle’s evolution into an engagement involving the resistance axis, he asserted, would eliminate the viability of “Israel.” Sayyed Nasrallah conveyed the message that the Israeli leadership must acknowledge the gravity of the arena they inhabit, warning that any hostile actions towards Lebanon would thrust them into a regressive epoch akin to the Stone Age.
On Kahaleh Attack
Reverting to domestic affairs, Sayyed Nasrallah addressed the Kahaleh incident.
He clarified that the incident was ordinary, as trucks pass through there and accidents may occur, until one of the well-known TV channels incited people by saying that the truck was carrying arms intended for Hezbollah.
His eminence pointed that the vehicle’s overturning was due to a technical malfunction, a common occurrence on that route, where trucks routinely traverse.
Tensions ran high in Lebanon last week after an attack on Hezbollah servicemen who were securing a truck belonging to the resistance party on Kahaleh freeway that links between Bekaa and Beirut. “Over three hours, servicemen aided the driver and summoned a crane to rectify the situation,” he indicated. The contentious portrayal of Hezbollah’s involvement in the Kahaleh incident, Sayyed Nasrallah affirmed, stemmed from incitement rather than reality. He attributed the issue to those present at the accident site, indicating that the problem lay with them rather than the Kahaleh residents. “Some people presented the issue that Hezbollah attacked people of Kahaleh, while within 3 hours the servicemen were only dealing with the overturning of the truck accident, and nothing happened until after this TV channel instigated it,” His eminence said. “From the beginning, we thrived to deal with the issue with high level of wisdom, our problem is with attackers and not Kahaleh residents,” he added, calling on the judiciary to take full responsibility in its investigations towards the attack. “We have informed authorities of our readiness to fully cooperate,” he said, assuring that the investigation will reveal who attacked whom. Sayyed Nasrallah addressed the judiciary, saying: Had it not been for the media incitement carried out by this well-known malicious channel, Kahaleh attack would not have taken place. “The army’s arrival at the scene contributed to pacification but the incitement continued. Kahaleh incident reaffirmed that the army institution is the guarantor of security, peace and stability in this country, despite the fact that some people want to take over the army.”
However, Sayyed Nasrallah acknowledged the responsible positions adopted by various segments of society, particularly within the Christian community, to foster calm. He singled out President Michel Aoun’s stance, as well as that of other political forces.
“We laud the responsible positions issued, especially from some within the Christian community, calling for calm, including that of President Michel Aoun. We appreciate some political forces for defending the resistance, and thanks to those who called for calm and prudence,” he said. Turning to the martyrdom of Hezbollah serviceman Ahmad Qassas, who fell while defending the truck in Kahaleh, Sayyed Nasrallah said Martyr Qassas fell while defending the resistance, praising the “insightful and responsible” stance of his family.
Sayyed Nasrallah wondered why some parties are after fuming the fuel of civil war. “They are working on mobilization and incitement in more than one arena. Is it in the prime interest of Christians to go to civil war?” “In a civil war everyone loses, even the strong ones, because it drains everyone. Should it erupt in Lebanon, many countries will seek to stoke it, including ‘Israel’,” his eminence said. “Do you think that anyone in the world would intervene to stop civil war in Lebanon? Who are you betting on if you want to make a civil war? Are you betting on Israel, which is different than the Israel of 1982?” he wondered.
They aim to convince the Lebanese public that the solution in Lebanon is partition, however, this will not happen, Sayyed Nasrallah said.
Final Word
Also, on the local level, Sayyed Nasrallah said the dialogue with the Free Patriotic Movement is serious and positive, but added that it needs some time, as it needs consultations with some political forces. He regretted how some political forces do not want any dialogue between the Lebanese. “Rather, they want entrenchment, lineups and incitements,” he emphasized. Sayyed Nasrallah touched upon the step by the family of Mahdi Scouts member, who died in a car accident, to donate some of his organs, hailing it and calling on people to follow their step to save other people’s lives. “The family of Ali Sharafeddine embodied the culture of life and sacrifice, we are proud of them,” he said. He ended up saying, during his July victory’s 17th anniversary speech: Today, we find ourselves on an ascending trajectory, guided by a promising and expansive horizon. With resolute steps, we stride unwaveringly toward the ultimate triumph.
Hezbollah chief lashes back at Israel ‘stone age’ war threats
AFP/August 14, 2023
In a televised speech on Monday to mark the anniversary of the latest war in 2006 between Israel and the Lebanese armed group, Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah said: “You too will be returned back to the stone age… if you go to war with Lebanon”
BEIRUT: The leader of Lebanon’s powerful Iran-backed Hezbollah movement said Monday his group could send Israel “back to the stone age,” in tit-for-tat threats following similar Israeli remarks as border tensions brew. During a tour of the Lebanese-Israeli border last week, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant had threatened to send Lebanon “back to the stone age” should Hezbollah escalate tensions at the border. In a televised speech on Monday to mark the anniversary of the latest war in 2006 between Israel and the Lebanese armed group, Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah said: “You too will be returned back to the stone age… if you go to war with Lebanon.”The comments come amid increased tensions along the border area between Israel and Lebanon, which remain technically at war. South Lebanon, near the Israeli border, is a Hezbollah stronghold and the site of sporadic incidents and skirmishes.
Hezbollah is the only Lebanese faction that kept its weapons after the end of the 1975-1990 civil war. It is considered a “terrorist” organization by many Western governments. Nasrallah said it would take “a few high-precision missiles” for his group to destroy targets including “civilian and military airports, air bases, power stations… and the Dimona (nuclear) power station.” If a future conflict “draws in the resistance axis… there will be no such thing called Israel anymore,” he said, referring to Hezbollah’s regional allies including some Palestinian factions and other Iran-backed groups. Nasrallah also urged calm days after a Hezbollah ammunition truck overturned in a town near Beirut, triggering deadly clashes between Christian residents and members of the Shiite Muslim group. One resident of Kahale and one Hezbollah member were killed by gunfire. Nasrallah blamed unnamed politicians for stoking intercommunal tensions and “driving the country toward civil war.” “Today my call is a call for reason,” he said addressing Lebanon’s Christian community. “The interest of Lebanon, the Lebanese people and the resistance is for calm to prevail in Lebanon.”The Lebanese army said it had seized the munitions from the truck after the incident in Kahale, a town in the mountains east of the Lebanese capital, on the road linking it to the Bekaa Valley bordering Syria.
Nasrallah blames MTV for Kahale clash, says some want civil war or partition
Naharnet/August 14/2023
Hezbollah chief Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah on Monday blamed MTV, without naming it, for the deadly clash in the town of Kahale, as he warned that some political leaders and forces are “pushing the country to explosion and civil war.”“A known TV station sounded the alarm and incited the people after which a number of young men arrived and some brought weapons,” Nasrallah said in a televised address marking the end of the 2006 war with Israel. “The investigation will reveal who attacked whom,” Nasrallah added, noting that Hezbollah is “fully ready” to cooperate with investigators. Nasrallah also called on the judiciary to address MTV’s coverage of the Kahale incident, apparently referring to the breaking news alerts sent by the channel’s mobile phone application. “Had it not been for the incitement of this known and malicious TV channel, the incidents at the Kahale curve would not have happened. The party to primarily blame for the possible repercussions of what could have happened in the country and the bloodshed is this malicious TV channel,” Nasrallah charged. He also said that there are political leaders, figures and forces in addition to some media outlets and “electronic armies” who are pushing the country to “explosion and civil war.”“These forces might be seeking to convince the Lebanese public opinion that the solution is partitioning (the country), but the Lebanese people will not allow partition,” Nasrallah added. “Who are you betting on if you want to make a civil war? Are you betting on Israel, which is different than the Israel of 1982?” Nasrallah asked. “Is it in the interest of Lebanon and Christians to go to civil war?” he wondered. Nasrallah also denied a media report claiming that the Kahale arms truck had been headed for the unrest-hit Palestinian refugee camp of Ain el-Helweh. “The South is full of ammunition and we don’t have to send ammunition to Ain el-Helweh from the Bekaa or Syria,” he said sarcastically. A Hezbollah member and a resident of Kahale, both of whom were armed, were killed in an exchange of gunfire after the truck flipped over on the international highway that passes through the town. The violence started after some residents learned that the truck belonged to Hezbollah. They surrounded it and demanded to know what was inside before a fistfight ensued between two individuals. Footage available online also shows Kahale residents hurling rocks at the overturned truck and its Hezbollah guards and the Hezbollah members brandishing weapons and shooting in the area. Another video shows a short-distance exchange of gunfire between Hezbollah members and Fadi Bejjani, the Kahale man who was killed in the violence. The identity of the individual who fired the first shot is still unclear.
Separately, Nasrallah said Hezbollah could send Israel “back to the stone age,” in tit-for-tat threats following similar Israeli remarks. During a tour of the Lebanese-Israeli border last week, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant had threatened to send Lebanon “back to the stone age” should Hezbollah escalate tensions at the border. Nasrallah said Monday: “You too will be returned back to the stone age… if you go to war with Lebanon.” The comments come amid increased tensions along the border area between Israel and Lebanon, which remain technically at war. Nasrallah said it would take “a few high-precision missiles” for his group to destroy targets including “civilian and military airports, airbases, power stations… and the Dimona (nuclear) power station.” If a future conflict “draws in the resistance axis… there will be no such thing called Israel anymore,” he said, referring to Hezbollah’s regional allies including some Palestinian factions and other Iran-backed groups.
