The Option of Resistance
Sara Ibrahim, 20-02-2010
The National Gathering to Support the Choice of Resistance opened its third conference on Friday afternoon under the title: "The Option of Resistance and Building the Nation", in UNESCO Palace in Beirut.
The conference started with the National Anthem followed by the Anthem of the gathering.
Dr. Yehya Ghaddar, Head of the National Rally to Support the Choice of Resistance was the first to give a word, followed by his Excellency Dr. Salim Hoss, and last but not least, his Excellency President General Michel Aoun.
They affirmed the choice of resistance, for it is the only way out of occupation and tyranny, noting that the right to resist is an inviolable choice and a primary condition to the people's freedom.
Dr. Yehya Ghaddar, Head of the National Rally to Support the Choice of Resistance was the first to give a word, followed by his Excellency Dr. Salim Hoss, and last but not least, his Excellency President General Michel Aoun.
They affirmed the choice of resistance, for it is the only way out of occupation and tyranny, noting that the right to resist is an inviolable choice and a primary condition to the people's freedom.
Tens of people attended the conference, politicians, journalists, activists, analysts, and lawyers from different countries around the world, were there to support the path of resistance.
The hall was full of banners and posters stressing the importance of resistance, and bringing out the painful crimes in Palestine, with various Graphics and different sentimental colors.
Each individual had his own way of expressing his solidarity, some distributed documentaries on the History of Palestine, and some sang in solidarity with Occupied Palestine. Others drew paintings and caricatures of the recent wars launched in the Middle East, especially in Lebanon and Palestine.
Dr. Rashad Boulos Salameh a Lebanese lawyer and former First Deputy Chairman of the Lebanese Phalange Party, said that this Conference plays a very essential role in exposing the choice of Resistance, especially at a time where "Israel" is threatening the region.
He added that these threats prove that the enemy is willing to launch a war on us at anytime. "The path of Resistance and the importance of resistance should be absorbed by everyone so that we fight the wave of threats." he said.
Dr. Rashad continued that the presence of many people from different countries in support of the Resistance is really overwhelming and it shows a unique dimension that wasn't available in the past. "It shows the enlightenment of the Lebanese, the Arabs, and the free societies around the world." he said.
Dr. Rashad continued that the presence of many people from different countries in support of the Resistance is really overwhelming and it shows a unique dimension that wasn't available in the past. "It shows the enlightenment of the Lebanese, the Arabs, and the free societies around the world." he said.
"I was the former First Deputy Chairman of the Lebanese Phalange party yet my stances towards the Resistance where always the same and are getting stronger day by day." he ended.
Dr. Hala Al Asaad a Syrian Lawyer, and member of the Arab Center for Documentation and Pursuit of War crimes, started by noting that without the Weapon of Resistance, there wouldn't have been a human being in the region, nor would there be an honor or a right to preserve.
She continued that the Iraqi, the Palestinian and Lebanese resistance is the best example of the greatest resistance, for they all fought till victory.
As for the Conference she said: "I consider it a message to the Lebanese, the Arabs and the entire world, that there is no free nation without the Resistance."
Dr. Soheil Al Natour a Palestinian Researcher and the Executive Manager of the Human Development Center said: "It is truly relieving when you see people supporting the Resistance, but at the same time it's painful to see others trying to stand in your way for the sake of their own benefits."
He added that there is a gap between most of the States of the Arab countries and the needs of the people. That is the main reason of the problem in Palestine. "Our people are scattered here
and there trying to reorganize themselves in the region." he continued.
He reiterated that what intensifies the struggle the most is the fact that we aren't all unified.
Commenting on the conference he said that it is well organized and he was shocked to see that many people have changed their stances for the sake of Resistance. "I believe we can attract more people towards us if we were more united", he concluded.
Dr. Franklin Lamb an American International Lawyer said that the event is very important and
has a very deep meaning. He added: "This conference is all about the roots of resistance starting from the Resistance in Palestine, to the Revolution of 1979 in Iran, to the Victory in Lebanon"
He added that people all around the world are questioning the occupation even in America, there's nothing to hide anymore, and the Resistance is a needy fact.
He ended saying: "I don't think in this period of history we can underestimate the power of Resistance and neither its Origins nor its launchers."
Dr. Hala Al Asaad a Syrian Lawyer, and member of the Arab Center for Documentation and Pursuit of War crimes, started by noting that without the Weapon of Resistance, there wouldn't have been a human being in the region, nor would there be an honor or a right to preserve.
She continued that the Iraqi, the Palestinian and Lebanese resistance is the best example of the greatest resistance, for they all fought till victory.
As for the Conference she said: "I consider it a message to the Lebanese, the Arabs and the entire world, that there is no free nation without the Resistance."
Dr. Soheil Al Natour a Palestinian Researcher and the Executive Manager of the Human Development Center said: "It is truly relieving when you see people supporting the Resistance, but at the same time it's painful to see others trying to stand in your way for the sake of their own benefits."
He added that there is a gap between most of the States of the Arab countries and the needs of the people. That is the main reason of the problem in Palestine. "Our people are scattered here
and there trying to reorganize themselves in the region." he continued. He reiterated that what intensifies the struggle the most is the fact that we aren't all unified.
Commenting on the conference he said that it is well organized and he was shocked to see that many people have changed their stances for the sake of Resistance. "I believe we can attract more people towards us if we were more united", he concluded.
Dr. Franklin Lamb an American International Lawyer said that the event is very important and
has a very deep meaning. He added: "This conference is all about the roots of resistance starting from the Resistance in Palestine, to the Revolution of 1979 in Iran, to the Victory in Lebanon"He added that people all around the world are questioning the occupation even in America, there's nothing to hide anymore, and the Resistance is a needy fact.
He ended saying: "I don't think in this period of history we can underestimate the power of Resistance and neither its Origins nor its launchers."
