The Rise of Hezbollah: Iran's Most Powerful Proxy in Middle East

Hezbollah was established in 1982 in response to the Israeli invasion of Lebanon, initially as a coalition of Shia groups inspired by the Iranian Revolution. Its primary goal was to resist Israeli occupation and expel foreign forces, including U.S. and French troops, from Lebanon. It successfully forced Israeli forces to withdraw from southern Lebanon in 2000, fought a major conflict with Israel in 2006, and became a key player in Lebanon’s politics.

With backing from Iran, Hezbollah has expanded its influence across the Middle East, involved in conflicts in Syria and Iraq, and remains a powerful force shaping regional geopolitics. Watch the video to uncover the rise of Hezbollah and its dangerous impact on the Middle East today.