The response to the recent Israeli raids in Beirut will be attacks on “downtown Tel Aviv“. This is the threat from Hezbollah leader, Naim Qassem, in light of the bombings that in recent days killed members of the pro-Iranian Shiite group, including spokesman Mohammed Afif.
Hezbollah has also made it known that it will not accept any ceasefire agreement that violates Lebanon’s “sovereignty”. “Israel cannot impose its conditions on us,” Qassem said in the pre-recorded speech, calling for “a total end to aggression and the defense of Lebanon’s sovereignty.” “The Israeli enemy cannot enter Lebanese territory whenever he wants” in the event of a ceasefire, he added, indirectly responding to the words of Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, according to whom a truce cannot ignore “freedom of action” for Israel towards Hezbollah.
«We have received the negotiating document, we have studied it carefully and we have made some observations on the matter – underlined Qassem in his third public speech since becoming leader of Hezbollah on 29 October, referring to the American proposal -. The President of Parliament, Nabih Berri, also expressed his comments, which are in line with ours.” Qassem explained that he “negotiated on the basis of two principles, the first, a complete and total ceasefire, and the second, the preservation of Lebanese sovereignty.”
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How likely is Hezbollah to follow through on its threat to retaliate against Tel Aviv?
## Interview with Analyst on Hezbollah’s Response to Israeli Raids
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Tension is high in the Middle East following recent Israeli raids in Beirut, with Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem issuing a strong warning. Joining us today to discuss the situation is [Guest Name], a Middle Eastern affairs analyst.
**Guest:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** Hezbollah has vowed to retaliate against Tel Aviv for the recent bombings that killed several of their members. How credible is this threat?
**Guest:** Hezbollah has a history of following through on its threats. They are a powerful and well-equipped military organization, and they have demonstrated their willingness to engage in direct conflict with Israel. While the specific timing and nature of a potential response remain unclear, it’s important to take these threats seriously.[[[[
**Host:** Hezbollah has also stated that it will not accept a ceasefire agreement that violates Lebanon’s sovereignty, directly contradicting calls from Israeli officials for “freedom of action” in Lebanese territory. Can this impasse be bridged?
**Guest:** That is a key sticking point in any negotiation. Hezbollah’s stance reflects deep-seated grievances about Israeli incursions into Lebanese territory. They view any Israeli military presence as a violation of their sovereignty. Achieving a lasting ceasefire will require addressing these concerns and finding a mutually acceptable solution regarding Lebanon’s territorial integrity and security.
**Host:** Looking ahead, what is your assessment of the situation?
**GUEST:** The situation is incredibly delicate. Any escalation could quickly spiral out of control, with disastrous consequences for the region. The international community needs to exert all its influence to de-escalate the situation and facilitate a dialog between the parties involved.
A lasting solution will require addressing the root causes of the conflict and finding a way to ensure both Israel’s security and Lebanon’s sovereignty. It’s a complex challenge, but one that cannot be ignored.
**Host:** Thank you for your insights. [Guest Name]. We appreciate your time.
