Who is Hassan Nasrallah, the Hezbollah leader who vowed retaliation against Israel – Times of India
Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, is a powerful figure in Lebanon, backed by Iran and despised by Israel. He is revered by his Shiite followers and commands a well-equipped militia that surpasses the national army in strength. Nasrallah rarely appears in public since the 2006 war with Israel and delivers most of his speeches from an undisclosed location.In his latest televised address, the 64-year-old cleric spoke after hundreds of Hezbollah operatives' communication devices were targeted in an unprecedented attack blamed on Israel. Known for his oratory skills, Nasrallah can effortlessly switch from humour to rage in his speeches. He is always seen wearing traditional robes and a black turban, signifying his lineage to the prophet Mohammed. Nasrallah is married with four living c...