What is another word for Hezbollah?

Pronunciation: [hˈɛzbɒlə] (IPA)

Hezbollah is a term used to describe a Lebanese Shia Islamist political party and militant group. There are various synonyms used to describe Hezbollah, including "Party of God," "Islamic Resistance," and "Hizbullah." Another synonym that has been attributed to the group is "Lebanese Resistance Brigades," which refers to their military wing. Some also call them "Iranian proxies," as Iran has provided support and funding to the group for years. However, Hezbollah prefers to be seen as a legitimate political and military force, representing the oppressed Shia community in Lebanon. Regardless of how they are referred to, Hezbollah remains a divisive and controversial group in the region.

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What are the hypernyms for Hezbollah?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
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    political party, Islamic militant group, Islamist group, Shiite Muslim group, terror group.

Famous quotes with Hezbollah

  • The aggressive, unprovoked acts of violence against Israel by Hezbollah and Hamas are revealing. It is clear they don't want peace, but rather seek the ultimate destruction of Israel.
    John Boehner
  • None of us condone terrorism in any way, shape, or form, and I believe Hezbollah is a terrorist organization that was, is, and remains a threat to peace in the Mideast, and must be dismantled and disarmed.
    John Conyers
  • In my judgment, the greatest risks are international terrorist groups like al Qaeda and Hezbollah. The war in Iraq has taken our attention off those priorities.
    Bob Graham
  • The actions of the terrorist organizations, Hezbollah, in Lebanon, and Hamas, in Gaza, against Israel are unconscionable. Instead of working towards peace, these terrorist organizations have chosen to perpetuate the violence.
    Alcee Hastings
  • As in any war, there have been dreadful mistakes and civilian casualties. The difference is when Israelis kill innocents they apologize; when Hezbollah kills innocents they celebrate.
    J. D. Hayworth

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