Barring any last-minute changes, Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri is expected to attend the funerals of Hezbollah leaders Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine on Sunday at Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium. Although only one speech is officially planned — by Naim Qassem, the party’s current leader — Berri’s presence is significant in itself, carrying implicit messages. More importantly, it serves as a reassuring signal for those concerned about potential incidents during the ceremony, though his attendance will only be confirmed at the last minute for security reasons.Berri initially intended to pay a final tribute to someone he regards as a brother and comrade in the “resistance.” He has never concealed his respect and affection for Nasrallah, who began his activism in the Amal Movement before ultimately joining Hezbollah and rising...
Barring any last-minute changes, Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri is expected to attend the funerals of Hezbollah leaders Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine on Sunday at Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium. Although only one speech is officially planned — by Naim Qassem, the party’s current leader — Berri’s presence is significant in itself, carrying implicit messages. More importantly, it serves as a reassuring signal for those concerned about potential incidents during the ceremony, though his attendance will only be confirmed at the last minute for security reasons.Berri initially intended to pay a final tribute to someone he regards as a brother and comrade in the “resistance.” He has never concealed his respect and affection for Nasrallah, who began his activism in the Amal Movement before ultimately joining Hezbollah...
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