Embodiment of Resistance Against Zionist Occupiers for Over Three Decade
"Live like Ghazis, die like Martyrs".... Syed Hassan Nasrallah, a brave commander and advocate for Muslim rights, has embodied this phrase. Since May 14, 1948, Israel's illegal occupation, backed by the US, has unleashed brutality, Muslim genocide, and inhumane actions in the Middle East, leaving humanity in tears.
Palestine's cemeteries are filled with graves of young and old, and even children. Millions are left stateless and homeless. The destruction since 2024 has made infrastructure rebuilding seem impossible, according to experts.
Israel's terrorism and aggression extend beyond Palestine and Gaza to Lebanon, Iran, Yemen, Jordan, and Syria. The US has openly or covertly supported Israel's heinous actions, even providing missiles and bombs used on innocent Palestinians.
Unfortunately, countries claiming to champion global human rights remain silent spectators to this injustice. They repeatedly reject UN resolutions calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Amidst this oppression, organized groups like Hamas and Hezbollah advocate for Muslim rights through self-help, continually making sacrifices for their community.
Recently, Hamas' political leader Ismail Haniyeh was martyred in a Tehran airstrike while attending Iran's new president Masoud Pezeshkian's inauguration. Former Iranian president Ibrahim Raisi's assassination remains unclear. On September 27, 2024, Hezbollah commander Hassan Nasrallah, another Muslim rights advocate, was martyred alongside 11 companions.
Hezbollah is a Lebanese Islamic political and military organization formally established in 1985. It primarily represents Lebanon's Shia Muslims and is considered a powerful force in Lebanese politics, with representatives in parliament and ministers in the cabinet.
Hezbollah led the resistance against Israel's occupation in Lebanon, successfully expelling Israeli forces from southern Lebanon in 2000, which boosted the organization's popularity. It continues to oppose Israel's illegitimate aggression.
Born on August 31, 1960, in Beirut's Bourj Hammoud neighborhood, 64-year-old Syyed Hassan Nasrallah was a charismatic cleric and orator known for his unwavering stance on justice. His father name was Abdul Karim. He was often seen dressed in traditional attire, adorned with a black turban.
Syyed Hassan Nasrallah received his early education from Najah and San Fil schools, predominantly attended by Christian students.
During Lebanon's civil war in 1975, his family relocated to their ancestral village of Bazzouriyeh in southern Lebanon.
While pursuing his education, Syyed Hassan Nasrallah joined Lebanon's influential Amal movement at 15. At Imam Jafar Sadiq (A.S) Mosque, he met Imam Muhammad Ghrawi, who advised him to pursue advanced religious studies in Najaf, Iraq.
In Najaf, Syed Hassan Nasrallah studied the Quran and politics. He also met Amal militia leader Abbas Musawi, forming a lasting bond. Upon returning to Lebanon in 1979, Nasrallah continued his religious studies in Baalbek while remaining active in Amal, serving as a representative and central political office member.
After Israel's 1982 invasion of Lebanon, shaheed Syed Hassan Nasrallah parted ways with the Amal movement and founded the "Islamic Amal" organization along with Syed Abbas Musawi and other companions. Islamic Amal gained significant support from Iran's Revolutionary Guards and swiftly gained prominence and popularity.
Declaring Israel a real threat, this organization later emerged as Hezbollah in 1985. Syed Hassan Nasrallah consistently played a pivotal leadership role in Hezbollah.
Syed Hassan Nasrallah took on the role of deputy head of Beirut's region and soon became its leader. He later became the executive head of Lebanese Hezbollah. As a member of Hezbollah's Supreme Council, Nasrallah was part of the party's top command.
In 1989, he moved from Beirut to Iran's city of Qom to continue his seminary studies. Returning to Beirut in 1991, he dedicated himself to resisting Israel as Hezbollah's administrative leader.
Following the martyrdom of Hezbollah's Secretary-General Seyyed Abbas Musawi in an Israeli airstrike on February 16, 1992, Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah was elected Secretary-General of Hezbollah in Lebanon at just 35 years old.
In 1997, his eldest son, Hadi Nasrallah, was martyred in an Israeli attack. However, Nasrallah considered it a part of Hezbollah's struggle. With unwavering resolve, he led Hezbollah, guiding the organization in a new direction – militarily, politically, and religiously – and inflicting significant defeats on Israeli forces across multiple fronts.
The martyr Secretary-General organized Hezbollah militarily during his tenure and established a diverse military structure. This organization successfully resisted the Zionist occupying forces, ultimately leading to the withdrawal of the Zionist occupying army from southern Lebanese regions after 22 years of occupation in 2000. Due to Hezbollah's victory in the 33-day war with Israel in 2006, he was bestowed the title of 'Seyyed al-Muqawama' (Leader of the Resistance Bloc).
After the assassination of Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri in 2005, Hassan Nasrallah's strategic political role emerged as he played the role of a mediator between various political factions. Under his leadership, Hezbollah transformed into not only a resistance and political organization but also a Lebanese social and welfare organization. Hezbollah established several educational and healthcare institutions for the betterment of the Lebanese people.
Respected Syyed Hassan Nasrallah strengthened alliances with Iranian leaders and Hamas. Hezbollah openly supported Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, and continued resistance against Israeli aggression. However, on September 27, 2024, Nasrallah and 11 key companions, including his daughter Syeda Zeinab, senior leader Ali Korki, commander Mohammad Ali Ismail, and Deputy Commander of Iranian Revolutionary Guard Brigadier General Abbas Nalfroushan, were martyred in an Israeli airstrike on Hezbollah's Beirut headquarters.
According to Lebanese sources, over 700 people have been martyred in Israeli bombings. Nasrallah's martyrdom has left the Muslim Ummah bereft of a courageous and passionate leader, sparking widespread mourning. Hezbollah and Hamas have reaffirmed their determination to sustain the resistance against Zionist occupiers.
Syyed Hassan Nasrallah, a fiery orator, visionary personelity and a powerfull leader, consistently demonstrated unwavering resilience and determination for the Muslim Ummah. He devoted his life to the cause, adopting a clear and courageous stance against Zionist and Western forces for over three decades. With courageous and wisdom Nasrallah led Hezbollah, cultivating an extensive network of social welfare programs and proven himself as a key figure in Muslim Ummah's defense.
The Muslim Ummah and future Palestinians, who will live to see a free Palestine, will forever cherish Martyr Syyed Hassan Nasrallah as their guardian and benefactor.
May Almighty Allah grant him highest rank in Jannah. Ameen