The Economist – Hassan Nasrallah’s death will reshape Lebanon and the middle east

A decapitated Hizbullah faces the most precarious moment in its history

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29 Sept 2024, 1:13 pm

Hezbollah is facing its most precarious moment after the assassination of its leader, Hassan Nasrallah, by Israel. The strike has left the organization in disarray, with its leadership nearly wiped out and its arsenal under constant threat. Nasrallah's death could reshape the balance of power in Lebanon and beyond, weakening Iran's influence in the region and raising questions about Hezbollah's ability to regroup and retaliate.

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From The Economist, published under licence. The original article can be found on www.economist.com