VIDEO: Hezbollah Leader Calls for Expulsion of Jews ‘From River to Sea

The Head of Hezbollah Calls for Ethnic Cleansing of Jews

In a televised speech in Beirut, the leader of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah, made a shocking statement, calling for the ethnic cleansing of Jews ​”from the river to the sea.” Nasrallah’s words were translated by Al Jazeera, and he warned Jews ‌living in the region that staying would be difficult for​ them. He suggested that‍ those with American or British passports should⁤ return to their ⁣respective countries for security. Nasrallah emphasized that the land of Palestine belongs ⁤solely to the Palestinian people.

A Warning and a ⁣Vow

Nasrallah also addressed the⁢ recent ⁣killing of ⁤Hamas’s deputy leader, Saleh al-Arouri, ‍in Beirut. He expressed his outrage and warned that Hezbollah’s⁢ heavily armed⁤ forces would ⁤fight to the finish if Israel extended​ the war⁤ from Gaza to Lebanon.

This killing ​signaled that the Israel-Hamas conflict was spreading beyond Gaza, involving not only the Israeli-occupied West Bank⁣ but also Hezbollah forces on the Lebanon-Israel border and even Red Sea shipping lanes.

A Major Crime ⁢and a Defiant Stand

Nasrallah condemned the assassination of Arouri, calling it a “major dangerous crime.” He declared that Hezbollah “cannot‌ be⁤ silent” in response to⁤ this act. Although he did not make specific threats against Israel, Nasrallah stated that if Israel launched a full-scale war⁢ on Lebanon, there would be no limits or rules to Hezbollah’s fighting.

Hezbollah, an ally ​of Hamas, has‍ been engaged in frequent ‌exchanges of shelling with Israel along Lebanon’s southern ⁢border since the start of the Gaza war. The conflict has resulted in the deaths of over 120 Hezbollah fighters, two dozen civilians in Lebanon, and nine Israeli soldiers.

A Potentially Devastating Escalation

Analysts believe that Hezbollah has become a more formidable fighting force since the 2006 war with ⁢Israel,⁣ possessing thousands of rockets, missiles, and heavy weaponry.⁢ The‍ United Nations peacekeeping mission in south ⁣Lebanon warned that any escalation could have​ devastating consequences for ​both sides of the border.

Implications for Hamas and Israel

The death of Arouri removes a significant figure ‍from ⁤Israel’s most-wanted⁣ list ‌of Islamist foes. However, it may drive Hamas’s exiled leaders further into hiding, hindering efforts to negotiate ceasefires and hostage releases in Gaza.

Nasrallah also claimed that Hamas’s incursion on October⁣ 7 had dealt⁢ a severe blow to the process of normalization between Israel ​and‍ U.S.-backed Arab governments. He argued ‍that this⁤ attack had disrupted the ⁣progress made since 2020, despite the collapse of ⁣talks on a Palestinian state in Israeli-occupied territory.

International Repercussions

Nasrallah’s speech coincided with the​ commemoration of‍ the killing of Iranian Revolutionary ‌Guards top commander Qassem⁣ Soleimani. Two explosions during a memorial ceremony in southeastern Iran resulted in ⁢over 100 casualties, heightening tensions between‌ Iran and Israel.

Furthermore, the phrase “from the river to the sea” has‌ been used by Hamas to⁤ call for the destruction of Israel. Its appearance in anti-Israel demonstrations in the United States⁤ has sparked controversy and condemnation from various quarters.

Despite the condemnation, some Democrats in the House of Representatives voted with Republicans to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib for her use of the slogan,‍ while Tlaib defended it as a call ⁣for freedom, human rights, and​ peaceful coexistence.

The statements made by Nasrallah and the ongoing conflict between Israel, Hamas, and Hezbollah continue to have far-reaching implications⁣ and ⁣raise concerns about the stability of the⁢ region.

How does Hezbollah’s ​involvement ⁤in the conflict ⁢intensify the potential for a wider war and further destabilization ⁣in ⁢the Middle ‌East

Nasrallah’s call for ethnic cleansing of‍ Jews and his vow to fight ​to the finish in response to ⁤Israel’s ‌actions in Gaza are deeply troubling and potentially​ devastating. Such inflammatory rhetoric can only serve to further escalate tensions‍ in the already ⁤volatile Middle East.

The ⁢idea of ethnic cleansing should never be tolerated ‍or condoned. It goes against the principles of equality, human rights, and peaceful⁣ coexistence that⁣ the international community strives to uphold. Nasrallah’s statement not only undermines the rights and ​safety of Jews in⁢ the region but also perpetuates hostility and division among ‍different religious and ethnic groups.

The situation in the Middle East is already complex and fraught with violence. The Israel-Hamas ​conflict has resulted in⁣ the loss of many innocent lives and the displacement of countless others.‌ The last thing the region needs is an escalation of violence and further destabilization.

Hezbollah’s close alliance with‍ Hamas and its involvement⁢ in the conflict intensify the potential for a wider war. The recent killing of Hamas’s deputy leader further ‌highlights the interconnectedness of​ the various factions ⁢involved and the‍ risks of conflict spilling over borders. ⁤The involvement​ of Hezbollah forces in the conflict adds ⁢another dimension to an already complicated situation.

It is crucial for ​all parties involved to exercise restraint and seek diplomatic solutions to de-escalate tensions. The ​international community must step in and‌ encourage dialogue and negotiation instead of fueling violent rhetoric and actions. ⁢The safety ​and well-being of innocent civilians, regardless of ‌their religious or ethnic ⁢background, should be the top priority for all parties involved.

In conclusion,⁤ Nasrallah’s call ⁣for ethnic cleansing and vow to fight‌ to the finish are​ deeply concerning and have the‍ potential to further escalate tensions in an already volatile​ region.⁢ It is crucial for all parties⁢ involved to prioritize diplomacy ⁢and⁣ dialogue to find peaceful solutions. The international community must ⁤play a role in preventing further violence and protecting ‍the rights​ and safety of all individuals in ​the region.

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