After the 34-day war in Lebanon, both Israel and Hizbullah claimed victory. With over one million displaced, 1,300 casualties, many more injured, and imperceptible changes in the status quo, such... Show moreAfter the 34-day war in Lebanon, both Israel and Hizbullah claimed victory. With over one million displaced, 1,300 casualties, many more injured, and imperceptible changes in the status quo, such victory cries seem out of place. Looking beyond strictly military parameters, however, Alagha argues that the war resulted in greater political prominence of Hizbullah, enhanced prestige of its leaders, and even increased national integration. Show less
We share the same destiny with the Palestinian Intifada till the liberation of Jerusalem.' With these words Sayyid Hasan Nasrallah, the Hizbullah's Secretary General, opened the Solidarity... Show moreWe share the same destiny with the Palestinian Intifada till the liberation of Jerusalem.' With these words Sayyid Hasan Nasrallah, the Hizbullah's Secretary General, opened the Solidarity Convention for the Support of the Intifada in Beirut on 22 May 2001. Rooted in the successful resistance against the Israeli occupation of southern Lebanon, the Hizbullah continues to be very vocal in its support of the Palestinian cause. Show less
