hizbollah
Noun: 1. A Shiite political and military organization: Hizbollah is a Lebanese Shiite Islamist political party and militant group. 2. A designated terrorist organization: It is considered a terrorist organization by several countries and international bodies due to its armed activities and attacks. 3. An organization with strong ties to Iran: Hizbollah receives significant financial, political, and military support from Iran.
- Noun:
- Hizbollah has been a significant political force in Lebanon since the 1990s.
- The government designated Hizbollah as a foreign terrorist organization.
- Analysts discuss the influence of Iran on Hizbollah's policies and actions.
- "Hizbollah's military wing": Refers specifically to the armed faction of the organization, as distinct from its political and social services activities.
- Hizbollah's military wing is reported to possess a large arsenal of rockets.
- "Hizbollah-controlled": Describes areas or institutions where Hizbollah holds dominant influence or authority.
- The journalist entered the Hizbollah-controlled southern suburbs of Beirut.
- Hezbollah: An alternative common transliteration of the same Arabic name (حزب الله).
- Party of God: The English translation of the Arabic name "Hizb Allah".
- The Party of God (Literal translation)
- Islamic Jihad Organization (A name used historically for some of its operations)
The term "Hizbollah" specifically refers to the Lebanese organization. Its primary meanings are: 1. As a political entity within Lebanon's government. 2. As a militant group engaged in conflict, notably with Israel. 3. As a proxy force supported by Iran in regional conflicts. The context usually makes clear which aspect is being emphasized.
- a Shiite terrorist organization with strong ties to Iran; seeks to create an Iranian fundamentalist Islamic state in Lebanon; car bombs are the signature weapon