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Iran's MFA Strongly Condemns Assassination of Al-Qassam Brigades Commander

May 17, 2026 May 17, 2026 2 min read 📰 Iran Press
📋 Key Takeaway

The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the assassination of Izz ad-Din al-Haddad, commander-in-chief of the Al-Qassam Brigades, along with his family, by the Zionist regime. The ministry described the act as part of Israel's criminal scheme for the colonial erasure of Palestine and accused the U.S. of complicity.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: Iran is actively pursuing a ceasefire while condemning Israeli actions in Lebanon.

👥 Key Players

Mohammad Bagheri QUOTED
Iran's MFA
"“We will never forget our Lebanese brothers and consider them as our own.”"
Nabih Berri QUOTED
Lebanese Parliament Speaker
"“A ceasefire in Lebanon is as important to us as a ceasefire in Iran.”"
Hezbollah BENEFICIARY
Lebanese resistance group
"“Iran reaffirmed support for Lebanon and resistance groups, including Hezbollah and Amal.”"
Amal BENEFICIARY
Lebanese resistance group
"“Iran reaffirmed support for Lebanon and resistance groups, including Hezbollah and Amal.”"

⚡ Actions

Iran's MFA ANNOUNCE Israeli regime
"“Israel is committing crimes in our country and is seeking to displace the Lebanese people.”"
Confidence: 90%
Iran NEGOTIATE conflict zones
"“We are seriously pursuing the imposition of a lasting ceasefire in all areas of conflict, as agreed.”"
Confidence: 90%
Iran SUPPORT Hezbollah, Amal
"“Iran reaffirmed support for Lebanon and resistance groups, including Hezbollah and Amal.”"
Confidence: 90%

📰 What Happened

Iran condemns assassination of Al-Qassam Brigades Commander and pushes for ceasefire efforts in Lebanon.

  • Iran's MFA announce Israeli regime
  • Iran negotiate conflict zones
  • Iran support Hezbollah, Amal

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: Because Iran is reinforcing its commitment to regional allies amidst Israeli aggression.
🌍 Regional: Because it highlights the ongoing conflict and displacement in Lebanon due to Israeli actions.
🌐 International: Because it reflects Iran's stance against Israeli policies and its support for resistance movements.

📚 Background

Iran is actively pursuing a ceasefire while condemning Israeli actions in Lebanon.

📝 Key Evidence

"“We will never forget our Lebanese brothers and consider them as our own.”"
→ Iran's commitment to support Lebanon.
"“More than 1.2 million Lebanese have been displaced so far.”"
→ The impact of Israeli attacks on civilians in Lebanon.
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 80%
Iran Press is a state-affiliated media outlet, likely reflecting government perspectives.

The remarks highlight Iran’s commitment to the resistance front and its push for coordinated ceasefire efforts across multiple fronts facing Israeli aggression.

Ghalibaf made the comments during a phone call with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri.

Tehran says it is actively pursuing efforts, including through diplomatic channels such as talks in Islamabad, to enforce a ceasefire across conflict zones.

The call comes as Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue to displace large numbers of civilians.

“We are seriously pursuing the imposition of a lasting ceasefire in all areas of conflict, as agreed.”

“A ceasefire in Lebanon is as important to us as a ceasefire in Iran.”

“We will never forget our Lebanese brothers and consider them as our own.”

“Israel is committing crimes in our country and is seeking to displace the Lebanese people.”

“More than 1.2 million Lebanese have been displaced so far.”

“We remain steadfast on the path of resistance, and any engagement with the Israeli regime does not serve Lebanon’s interests.”

Iran reaffirmed support for Lebanon and resistance groups, including Hezbollah and Amal.

Israeli attacks have led to mass displacement across Lebanon.

Both sides emphasized unity and continued resistance against Israeli aggression.

The remarks come amid heightened regional tensions linked to the U.S.-Israeli war of aggression across the region, including Iran and Lebanon.

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Translated from the original and edited for English readers. View original source →

Translation confidence: 100%

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