Hezbollah's Seyyed Hassan Nasrullah Sends Condolences to Ayatollah Khamenei

In the wake of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Iranian President Sayyid Ibrahim Reisi, Foreign Minister Hussein Emir Abdullahiyan, and other officials, the Secretary General of the Lebanese Hezbollah movement, Seyyed Hassan Nasrullah, extended his heartfelt condolences to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Khamenei. 

Nasrullah expressed his deep sorrow for the loss, emphasizing the hope placed in Ayatollah Khamenei's "wise and courageous leadership." His message, shared by Iranpress news agency, highlighted the collective grief and solidarity felt by Hezbollah and its supporters.

"We express and share your pain for the loss of these valuable leaders at this critical stage," Nasrullah stated. He acknowledged the significant roles played by President Reisi and Foreign Minister Abdullahiyan, particularly Abdullahiyan's efforts as a "standard-bearer of defending the resistance in all international forums."

In his message, Nasrullah reiterated his support for Ayatollah Khamenei, saying, "As you lead the Islamic Iranian nation in its struggle against the forces of arrogance, we share with you the feeling of longing for these valuable people." He continued, "We and all the oppressed, the resistance forces, and the mujahideen of the path of truth offer our condolences and are hopeful for your blessed presence and wise and courageous leadership."

The Lebanese government had previously declared three days of general mourning to honor the memory of Ayatollah Seyyid Ibrahim Reisi and his colleagues, reflecting the deep bond and shared grief between Lebanon and Iran during this difficult time.