Tehran: Ali Akbar Velayati, a senior advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution on international affairs, has declared Hezbollah the true protector of Lebanon's sovereignty.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Velayati expressed his views through a post on the social media platform X. He emphasized that after years of diplomatic experience, he believes that freedom without political independence is akin to a golden cage. Velayati further stated that Hezbollah serves as the pillar of the tent and the true guardian of Lebanon's existence and independence.