Hassan Nasrallah, the secretary-general of Hezbollah, was targeted and killed in an Israeli attack. Nasrallah built the militant group into a potent force, both politically and militarily. Hezbollah has extended its reach beyond Lebanon, supporting President Bashar Assad in Syria and training fighters in Iraq and Yemen. Nasrallah called for the liberation of Jerusalem and advocated for equality among Muslims, Jews, and Christians. He lived modestly and rarely made public appearances. Nasrallah was known for his powerful speeches and his efforts to provide social services in Lebanon.