12 Key Insights into the Memorial for Hezbollah’s Hassan Nasrallah: Thousands Gather at Beirut Site

1. Thousands Gather to Pay Their Respects

The sheer size of the crowd at the memorial underscored Nasrallah’s influence. Men, women, and children descended upon the site, many holding candles and photographs of the former leader. For Hezbollah supporters, this was more than just a memorial—it was an opportunity to reaffirm their loyalty to the movement and its ideals.

Supporters chanted slogans like “At your service, Nasrallah” and “We serve Nasrallah,” a common rallying cry that reflects the deep respect and devotion he commanded. The atmosphere was somber yet charged with a sense of purpose.

Narjis Khshaish, a 31-year-old attendee, expressed her grief, saying, “For these two and a half months, we refused to believe that he is really gone. We have all just been waiting to reach this place to receive his blessings.”

This sentiment was echoed by Moussa Dirani, who attended with his teenage son. He remarked, “It is very sad and painful to see this site, but the resistance does not stop with Nasrallah. His death gives us power to continue along his path.”

December 1, 2024 | 2:47 am