What to know after Israel’s assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah

Associated Press

BEIRUT (AP) — The assassination of Hezbollah’s leader by Israel is a monumental and demoralizing blow to the Lebanese militant group he led for 32 years. It also marks a significant inflection point for Lebanon and the region. The announcement of his death Friday triggered tears and celebrations across the Arab world, pointing to the widespread reach and influence of a man who has been at the forefront of Middle Eastern politics for decades. The 64-year-old Nasrallah headed arguably the most powerful paramilitary force in the world, now left without a clear successor. It remains to be seen whether his death will be a trigger for an all-out war between the two sides.