The recent killing of Hezbollah’s leader Hassan Nasrallah in Israeli airstrikes on Beirut has sent shockwaves throughout the Muslim world, triggering contrasting reactions. For some, particularly within the Shia community, Nasrallah was a revered figure—a symbol of resistance against Israel and Western imperialism. His death has been met with mourning, protests, and even political upheaval. However, for others, including Sunni factions and those oppressed by Hezbollah’s influence, his demise is a cause for celebration. The stark divide in responses reflects the longstanding and complex Shia-Sunni split that defines much of…
Hassan Nasrallah’s Death Divides the Muslim World: Mourning, Celebration, and the Shia-Sunni Divide
