In a stunning turn of events, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed in an air strike on his Iran-based location. The Palestinian outfit is pointing fingers at Israel, but the Israel officials has not made any comment yet. This latest development has sent shockwaves across the region, with many analysts questioning the implications of this attack.
Iranian state TV broke the news of Haniyeh’s killing on Wednesday morning, prompting analysts to blame Israel for the attack. Israel’s silence is not surprising, given its history of secretive operations. The country has been accused of carrying out targeted killings of Iranian nuclear scientists and other high-profile figures in the past.
Ismail Haniyeh killed with his bodyguard while on visit of Iran
Reports suggest that Haniyeh’s Tehran residence was attacked, killing the Hamas leader and one of his guards. The Iranian Revolutionary Guards have confirmed the incident and launched an investigation. The attack is believed to have been carried out using advanced military technology, sparking fears of an escalation in the region.
Haniyeh, who served as Gaza’s Prime Minister after Hamas came to power in 2006, was a key figure in garnering support for the group. He played a crucial role in the second intifada and was even arrested by Israeli security forces, only to be exiled to Lebanon along with 400 others. His leadership and diplomatic skills made him a formidable figure in the region.
In recent days, the Israeli military has targeted several top Hamas leaders, including Haniyeh’s three sons – Amir, Hajem, and Mohammed – in a Gaza air strike. This latest development comes after Israel’s airstrike killed Hezbollah leader Fouad Shukr, allegedly in retaliation for a deadly attack on Israeli teenagers in the Golan Heights.
The killing of Haniyeh has sparked widespread condemnation from Palestinian leaders, with many calling for revenge against Israel. The incident has also raised concerns about the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, with many fearing a wider conflict in the region.
As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is clear – the killing of Ismail Haniyeh has marked a significant escalation in the region’s volatile politics. With Israel’s silence and Iran’s outrage, the stage is set for a potentially explosive showdown between the two arch-rivals.
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