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reiterated his calls for a national unity cabinet, stating also that the resistance's weapons cannot be compared to arms used on the streets.
"The arms of the resistance are in the interest of Leb and this has been proven on ground," Qassem said during an Iftar banquet on Saturday.
He elaborated: "These weapons prevent Israel from launching any attack against Leb because we have a resistance that is ready to defend the country,"
"Weapons are a tool that can be used for good or for evil purposes. It could serve the country's interests or work against them. What matters is how weapons are used and what are the goals behind the possession of arms."
Qassem continued: "For those saying that weapons used on the streets aim at confronting the resistance's weaponry we tell them they are mistaken."
"The owners of street weapons are known, same as those financing the possession of these arms, training people, and easing their movements between Leb and neighboring countries."
"You will not succeed in defeating the resistance's weaponry by making this comparison," Qassem stated. "The resistance's arms are far more noble and important and will not be present on the streets."