BEIRUT: Hezbollah has announced the death of its Executive Council Chairman, Hashem Safi al-Din, in what the group described as a "Zionist raid." The Lebanese political and militant organization mourned the loss of al-Din, calling him a "great leader" and a "great martyr." According to National Iraqi News Agency, Hezbollah issued a statement expressing grief over the death of al-Din, emphasizing his role as a leader in the resistance movement. The statement described the airstrike as "criminal" and "aggressive," attributing it to Zionist forces. The organization praised al-Din for his dedication and patience, framing his death as part of a larger struggle for al-Quds (Jerusalem). Al-Din's passing is seen as a significant loss for Hezbollah, which has been engaged in ongoing conflict with Israel.