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Hezbollah deputy leader says forces 'fine' , supports cesefire

Hezbollah's deputy leader Naim Qassem expressed support for efforts by Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri, a Hezbollah ally, to negotiate a ceasefire, although he did not elaborate on any specific conditions that Hezbollah might be demanding.

Published October 08,2024
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Hezbollah's deputy leader Naim Qassem said in a televised address on Tuesday that the Iran-backed group's capabilities were intact and its fighters were pushing back Israeli ground incursions, despite the "painful blows" inflicted by Israel in recent weeks.

Qassem said the group supported the efforts of Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri - a Hezbollah ally - to secure a ceasefire, without providing further details on any conditions demanded by Hezbollah.