Definition
Hizballah, also spelled Hezbollah (حزب الله), is a Lebanese Shia Islamist political party and militant group. It has a strong presence in Lebanon's government. It has a military wing that has been involved in conflicts with Israel. Hizballah provides social services to its supporters. Some countries consider Hizballah a terrorist organization. It's a complex organization with both political and military roles. It enjoys considerable support among Shia Muslims in Lebanon.