Despite a hostile campaign ahead of his trip, Ali Larijani, head of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, carried out all his planned meetings in Beirut, including a final discussion with Hezbollah’s deputy leader, Naim Qassem.The Iranian official’s visit, including both public and private meetings with Hezbollah leaders, marked a key moment in Lebanon’s internal politics. However, his main goal was to show regional and global powers that Iran still has significant strength and influence.The main message sent by the Iranian official was precisely to say that the "axis of resistance" should not be written off too quickly, and that Lebanon cannot completely switch to the opposing camp. Moreover, it is clear that the country is divided over its place on the regional and international chessboard. Since the 66-day war between...
Despite a hostile campaign ahead of his trip, Ali Larijani, head of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, carried out all his planned meetings in Beirut, including a final discussion with Hezbollah’s deputy leader, Naim Qassem.The Iranian official’s visit, including both public and private meetings with Hezbollah leaders, marked a key moment in Lebanon’s internal politics. However, his main goal was to show regional and global powers that Iran still has significant strength and influence.The main message sent by the Iranian official was precisely to say that the "axis of resistance" should not be written off too quickly, and that Lebanon cannot completely switch to the opposing camp. Moreover, it is clear that the country is divided over its place on the regional and international chessboard. Since the 66-day war...
Humanitarian convoy reaches Rmeish, Ain Ibl, Dibil despite obstacles
