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Al Manar
18-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Sheikh Al-Khatib to Al-Manar: Resistance Is Lebanon's Shield; National Defense Strategy No Longer Optional
Deputy Head of Lebanon's Higher Islamic Shiite Council, Sheikh Ali Al-Khatib, affirmed that the resistance has adhered to UN Security Council Resolution 1701, a fact confirmed by the Lebanese Cabinet. His Eminence warned that the continuation of Israeli aggressions undermines stability in Lebanon, asking, 'Will the Lebanese people accept this reality?' In an interview with Al-Manar TV on Thursday evening, Sheikh Al-Khatib stated, 'As long as the Lebanese state fails to carry out its duties in liberating occupied land and deterring aggression, the resistance's arms remain justified.' He stressed that the resistance took up arms solely to deter Israeli aggression, noting that 'the decision regarding resistance weapons ultimately belongs to the people.' Sheikh Al-Khatib stressed that 'as long as sectarian mindsets prevail, building a real state and approaching matters with realism will remain out of reach.' He added that all forces attempting to pressure the Lebanese state 'are not interested in Lebanon's stability.' His Eminence held the state accountable for its responsibilities, particularly in reconstruction efforts, stating, 'Those calling for the disarmament of the resistance are not seeking a strong state. They are prepared to ignite civil war but unwilling to confront the real enemy.' Underscoring the importance of a comprehensive defense strategy, Sheikh Al-Khatib said such a strategy must be rooted in Lebanon's national interest and built through dialogue with the resistance. He reaffirmed that the resistance defends all of Lebanon and its people, while others have borne arms to serve foreign agendas. Additionally, Sheikh Al-Khatib emphasized that 'if the Shiite community is defeated, Lebanon as a whole is defeated,' asserting that the community stands in defense of all Lebanese. He pointed to the recent massive funerals of Hezbollah Secretaries General Sayyed Hasan Nasrallah and Sayyed Hashem Safieddine as a powerful response to narratives claiming the Shiite community is weakened.
MTV Lebanon
03-04-2025
- Politics
- MTV Lebanon
Al-Khatib broaches developments with Defense Minister, receives PSP's Secretary General
Deputy Head of the Higher Islamic Shiite Council, Sheikh Ali Al-Khatib, received at the Council's headquarters in Hazmieh, Minister of National Defense Michel Menassa who extended Eid al-Fitr greetings. The pair held a tour d'horizon on the latest developments, particularly the situation in the south and the ongoing Israeli aggression against Lebanon. Sheikh Al-Khatib also received the Secretary General of the Progressive Socialist Party Zafer Nasser, who offered Eid al-Adha greetings. During the meeting, they discussed the horizons for the next phase.
National News
03-04-2025
- Politics
- National News
Sheikh Al-Khatib broaches developments with National Defense Minister, receives PSP's Secretary General Nasser
NNA - Deputy Head of the Higher Islamic Shiite Council, Sheikh Ali Al-Khatib, on Thursday received at the Council's headquarters in Hazmieh, Minister of National Defense, Michel Menassa, who extended Eid al-Fitr greetings. The pair held a tour d'horizon on the latest developments, particularly the situation in the south and the ongoing Israeli aggression against Lebanon. Sheikh Al-Khatib also received the Secretary General of the Progressive Socialist Party, Dhafer Nasser, who offered Eid al-Adha greetings. During the meeting, they discussed the horizons for the next phase.
MTV Lebanon
28-02-2025
- Politics
- MTV Lebanon
The Higher Shiite Islamic Council has announced that Sunday will be the first day of Ramadan
The Vice President of the Higher Shiite Islamic Council, His Eminence Sheikh Ali Al-Khatib, issued a statement in which he declared that tomorrow, Saturday, March 1, 2025, will complete the month of Sha'ban, and thus, Sunday will be the first day of the blessed month of Ramadan for the year 1946 AH. While extending his congratulations to Muslims on the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan, he prayed to Allah to accept the fasts, prayers, and good deeds of the faithful, grant them strength to observe the fast, and guide them to His pleasure. He also prayed for blessings upon the Arab and Muslim nations, and upon Lebanon, wishing for stability, prosperity, and the liberation of its land, while hoping for relief from the crises and hardships it faces.
