Hezbollah has appointed Naim Qassem as its new secretary-general after the assassination of Hassan Nasrallah by Israeli forces. The election follows a wave of Israeli airstrikes that have severely impacted Hezbollah's leadership and operations. Qassem promises to continue Nasrallah's principles while addressing the challenges the group faces. Israeli military actions against Hezbollah have intensified post-assassination, resulting in significant casualties and displacement in Lebanon, and escalating fears of broader conflict in the region.