Why it matters:
Holding such a ceremony in Ghana and elsewhere underscores how the martyrdom of resistance heroes resonates far beyond national borders, galvanizing international communities and reinforcing a shared commitment to justice and resistance.
The big picture:
On Sunday, Hundreds of thousands of people from across the world comprising Islamic and Christian figures converged in Beirut, the capital of Lebanon to participate in the funeral of Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah and Sayyed Hashem Safieddine.
What he's saying:
Mr. Munir Mustapha, a prominent figure in Ghanaian Muslim society, described Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah as a symbol of justice.
"Someone who was fighting for justice, a symbol for Humanity, a symbol to fight against injustice, so whoever attended the ceremony with self-consciousness was to tell the world that we are all Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah. We are all ready to fight for injustice and injustice is against humanity, that is how important Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah is, and this will never end with the death of Nasrallah, it shall continue till justice is been given," he said.
Saeed Sandow, an analyst and expert in international relations from Ghana, also described Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah as a global icon because of his role in establishing and maintaining peace, security, territorial boundaries, and political independence in Lebanon.
"Nasrallah is also seen as the champion of the oppressed, he has supported the cause of Palestine which has attracted the minds of individuals, academicians, decision-makers, and international institutions," he added.
Key points:
- The commemoration follows the grand funeral held by both Muslims and non-Muslims in Accra.
Go deeper:
Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, was one of the most powerful figures in the West Asia, who has left a lasting mark on modern Lebanon, the Arab-Israel conflict, and the wider region.
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