Hezbollah deputy leader Naim Qassem declared that the group will not disarm as long as Israeli aggression continues, warning they are ready for a “Karbala-style” struggle. Speaking in Arbaeen, he invoked Imam Hussein’s legacy, emphasizing the choice between justice and oppression. Qassem praised the 2006 victory for deterring enemies, criticized the Lebanese government for cooperating with U.S. and Israeli agendas, and affirmed continued support from the Islamic Republic. He called for unity in defending Lebanon’s sovereignty.