Hezbollah faces a pivotal transition as Naeem Qasim assumes the role of interim leader following the death of its long-serving chief, Hassan Nasrallah.
Qasim, a founding member and prominent ideologue, stepped up after Nasrallah’s death in an Israeli airstrike on the group’s Beirut headquarters. Hezbollah confirmed his martyrdom after earlier reports of lost contact.
With decades of experience as Hezbollah’s Deputy Secretary-General since 1991, Qasim brings deep political and military expertise to guide the organization until a permanent leader is elected.
Early Life and Political Path
Born in Kafr Qila, southern Lebanon, Qasim began his political journey in the 1970s with Imam Musa al-Sadr’s Amal Party. He later joined Hezbollah in the 1980s, working alongside Abbas al-Musawi and Nasrallah, rising to a key role in shaping the group’s parliamentary strategies.
Steering Through Uncertainty
Qasim’s interim leadership aims to stabilize Hezbollah during this transition. As a veteran member of the Shura Council, he’s equipped to lead the organization in this critical period. The search for a permanent successor is underway, with Hashim Safiuddin, Nasrallah’s cousin, emerging as a leading contender.
Hezbollah’s Next Chapter
Nasrallah’s death closes a chapter, but Hezbollah remains committed to its resistance against Israel. Qasim’s leadership is central as the group navigates this transition, with the organization’s future direction hinging on the choice of a new leader. For now, Naeem Qasim guides Hezbollah through this crucial moment in its history.
Read this also
-
From Runway to Highway-Retired Aircraft Travels to Hyderabad From Karachi by Road
In an unprecedented feat, Pakistan witnessed history on wheels as a decommissioned aircraft made its way from Karachi to Hyderabad—marking the first-ever road transport of such a massive aviation marvel in the country. A decommissioned aircraft from Karachi has reached Hyderabad via Sajawal, Thatta, and Tando Muhammad Khan. The aircraft, which departed from Karachi Airport,…
-
Karachi’s Unexpected Stroll-Monkeys Take Over Garden Chowk!
Four monkeys appeared on the road near a residential area close to Garden Albela Chowk in Karachi. Initially, it was speculated that the monkeys had escaped from a nearby zoo, but the zoo authorities denied them, creating an interesting situation. When the monkeys were spotted in the Garden area on Wednesday morning, the residents immediately…
-
Spend 500 AED for a Chance to Win a 24K Tesla Cybertruck in Dubai!
Would you spend AED 500 for a chance to own a dazzling 24-karat gold-plated Tesla Cybertruck? Dubai’s Gold Souk Extension is offering visitors the opportunity to win this one-of-a-kind futuristic marvel, blending luxury and innovation in a way only Dubai can. Dubai’s Gold Souk Extension has raised the bar for luxury by showcasing a dazzling…
