NNA - Hezbollah's Deputy Secretary General, Sheikh Naiim Kassem, on Monday congratulated the 9 released pilgrims, who were held hostage in Azaz for almost a year and a half.



"The release of Azaz abductees is a huge national accomplishment that has managed to surpass intentional hindrances by different sides. The liberated pilgrims' file was handled with utmost wisdom, patience, and united efforts," Kassem said at Al-Mustapha Schools' graduation ceremony.



Making mention of the Resistance in Lebanon, Kassem confirmed its full support for state projects.



"The Resistance has contributed to spreading the existing state of stability in Lebanon and is always ready to deter Israel," he said, calling for a "genuine national partnership cabinet."



"Whereas March 14 forces are all tensed and apprehensive, but we shall remain unwearied until they come back to their senses," Kassem added.


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