Sat Sep 28 19:59:31 UTC 2024: ## Hezbollah Leader Killed in Israeli Airstrike: Khamenei Vows Revenge, World Reacts

**Beirut/Tel Aviv:** In a major development, Israel has claimed responsibility for the death of Hassan Nasrallah, the long-time leader of Lebanon’s Hezbollah, in an airstrike on September 27th. The Israeli military announced on X (formerly Twitter) that the strike targeted Hezbollah’s leadership meeting in Beirut, claiming Nasrallah “will no longer be able to terrorize the world.”

The news has been met with strong condemnation from Iran, Hezbollah’s key ally. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a series of X posts, denounced Israel’s actions, asserting that “Zionist criminals are far too weak to cause damage.” Khamenei further stated that the “resistance forces” in the region stand united with Hezbollah, vowing to counter the Israeli aggression.

He specifically warned Israel that the “massacre of women and children” will not weaken the “strong structure of the resistance” and called for unity among Muslims to stand against the “occupying regime.” Khamenei also highlighted Hezbollah’s past success in repelling Israeli forces from Lebanon, promising that the country will make the “enemy regret its actions.”

Lebanon has declared three days of mourning following Nasrallah’s death, further highlighting the significance of this figure in the country’s political and social landscape. Hezbollah, a powerful political and militant group, holds 13 seats in the Lebanese parliament.

Meanwhile, Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, speaking at the United Nations, condemned Israel’s actions, calling it a “political assassination.” He also criticized the US for its support of Israel’s actions.

The situation remains tense, with Iran reportedly in contact with Hezbollah and other regional allies to determine the next course of action.

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