In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, a new player has entered the arena – the militant organization known as Hezbollah. Just a few days ago, Hezbollah openly voiced its defiance to the United States, despite America’s support for Israel in the conflict. Let’s delve into the formidable strength of this terrorist organization and understand why it’s showing audacity towards a superpower like the United States.

Hezbollah: An Introduction

Hezbollah is a terrorist organization primarily active in Lebanon and holds considerable political influence in the region. Established in 1980, its inception coincided with Lebanon’s civil war, during which Israel extended its control over southern Lebanon. Since then, Hezbollah has been a staunch adversary of Israel, earning recognition as a terrorist organization by Western states, Israel, Arab League countries, and Arab states.

Hezbollah’s Military Power

Hezbollah ranks among the world’s most dangerous terrorist organizations. Hezbollah claims to have more than a hundred thousand active fighters who are prepared for any conflict. Additionally, according to the Center for Strategic and International Studies, the organization is believed to possess an estimated 130,000 rockets and missiles. However, independent estimates suggest a more conservative figure of 20,000 to 50,000 fighters.

The Most Dangerous Leader: Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah

When discussing Hezbollah’s leadership, one name stands out as the most perilous – Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah. He claims to be a Shia religious leader and has been leading Hezbollah since 1992. Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah enjoys a close friendship with Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It’s widely known that Iran provides extensive support to this organization.

Hezbollah’s Strike on Israel



On the morning of October 7th, following an attack by Hamas militants on Israel, Hezbollah fighters initiated their own offensive along Israel’s northern border. The terrorist organization bombarded Israel’s northern border with mortar shells and missiles, escalating the conflict even further.