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Israel Kills Hezbollah Leader; Helene Floods North Carolina

2024/9/28
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Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah's death in Israeli airstrikes has sparked intense grief and uncertainty in Lebanon. While some celebrate, the majority mourn the loss of a figure revered for 32 years. The implications for Hezbollah's future and regional stability are significant.
  • Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah killed in Israeli airstrikes.
  • Intense grief and uncertainty among Hezbollah supporters.
  • Questions arise about succession and the organization's future.

Shownotes Transcript

Hezbollah's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, was killed on Friday, when a series of blasts targeting Hezbollah rip through Beirut. His killing and the attack on the capital signal a major escalation in the fighting between Israel and Lebanon. Plus, Hurricane Helene might've been downgraded to a tropic storm, but it still managed to drench North Carolina - we'll have the latest on the storm's impact.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)