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Naim Qassem

Naim Qassem
The latest news and top stories on Naim Qassem, who was elected the Secretary-General of Hezbollah on 29 October 2024, following a long tenure as the organisation’s first Deputy Secretary-General since 1991. A founding member of Hezbollah in 1982, Qassem has been a key ideologue and spokesman, overseeing parliamentary and governmental activities, and leading electoral campaigns.
Middle East

Pope Leo urges Lebanon’s leaders to unite for peace

The first US pope arrived in Beirut from Istanbul, where sought to give Lebanon’s long-suffering people a message of hope.

Hezbollah leader leaves open possibility of new war with Israel

‘Massive job’ ahead to rebuild ruined Gaza, UN aid chief says

Relief coordinator Tom Fletcher says aid agencies aim to bring in food and tents, rebuild the health sector and get children back in school.

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