Sun Feb 23 14:46:12 UTC 2025: ## Thousands Mourn Hezbollah Leaders at Beirut Funeral
**BEIRUT, Lebanon** – Tens of thousands of mourners filled a Beirut stadium today to pay their respects to former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and his presumed successor, Hashem Safieddine. Nasrallah, assassinated in an Israeli airstrike last September during the 14-month conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, was given a large-scale public funeral. The massive turnout underscores the enduring influence of Hezbollah within Lebanon. Safieddine, widely expected to assume leadership of the powerful Shia militant group, also featured prominently in the service. The funeral serves as a potent symbol of continued support for Hezbollah in the aftermath of the war.
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