Ismail Haniyeh

2024 - 7 - 31

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Ismail Haniyeh's unfortunate farewell in Iran has the world buzzing! Could this lead to a new revelation in Middle Eastern politics or just another ‘who-done-it’ drama? #Hamas #Iran #Israel

In a shocking turn of events, Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh was confirmed dead in Tehran, as reported by both Hamas and Iran’s Revolutionary Guard. The news came amidst a whirl of political drama, with Haniyeh attending the inauguration of Iran's new president, Masoud Pezeshkian. Just hours after the alleged assassination of the leader, the Israeli Defense Forces boasted about eliminating a top Hezbollah commander in Beirut. Coincidence, or a well-planned party of chaos in the Middle East? Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas did not mince words following Haniyeh's demise, labelling it an "assassination" and pledging to seek retribution. The fallout from this incident has sent shockwaves through the region, raising concerns about escalating tensions and the potential for retaliation in the already complex geopolitical landscape. With Iran vowing to avenge Haniyeh's death, observers are left wondering what the next chapter will look like and whether it will spark further violent ramifications. Notably, Haniyeh wasn't just your run-of-the-mill political figure. He was seen as a crucial player in ceasefire negotiations between Hamas and Israel, leading many to speculate how this event will impact ongoing talks for peace. Meanwhile, some social media pundits are treating this as just another plot twist in the ongoing saga of Middle Eastern politics, filled with unexpected exits and thrilling developments. In a world where news unfolds faster than a London bus can hit a pothole, it’s worth noting that this isn’t the first time a political figure has met an untimely end amid swirling allegations and conspiracies. History is replete with such tales, reminding us that political theater can be as dramatic as a Shakespearean play—with far fewer happy endings! If you think this is juicy content, just wait to see how historians will dissect this chapter in the decades to come. From clandestine meetings to retaliation plots, the intricate dance of power continues to unfold with every new development!

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Top Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran, group says (BBC News)

A number of other senior Hamas figures, including Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, have described Haniyeh's death as an "assassination" and vowed to ...

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Israel assassinated top Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, Iran says (POLITICO.eu)

Haniyeh's death in Tehran came hours after the IDF claimed to have killed a senior Hezbollah commander in Beirut.

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Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran: what we know ... (The Guardian)

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed, according to Hamas and Iran's Revolutionary Guards. Israel has yet to make any comment on Haniyeh's killing but ...

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Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Tehran (The Independent)

Haniyeh was in Tehran to attend the inauguration of Iran's new president Masoud Pezeshkian and met the Islamic nation's supreme leader on Tuesday.

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Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran, group says (Sky News)

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said Ismail Haniyeh and one of his bodyguards were "assassinated" in the capital Tehran, Iranian state media reported.

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Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Iran (Aljazeera.com)

Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran where he had been attending the president's inauguration.

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Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran, says Palestinian group (The Guardian)

Death came hours after Israel said it killed Hezbollah's top military commander in Beirut.

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Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran, raising fears of ... (BBC News)

Iran vows to avenge the death of Haniyeh, who was a key figure in ceasefire talks between Hamas and Israel.

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FirstFT: Iran vows revenge for killing of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh (Financial Times)

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Israel war on Gaza live: Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in ... (Aljazeera.com)

Hamas says in a statement that Haniyeh was killed in 'raid on his residence' in Tehran.

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Who was Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas political leader killed in Tehran? (CNN)

Ismail Haniyeh, political leader of Hamas since 2017, has been the most visible leader of the group during Israel's war in Gaza, and was key in ongoing ...

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Explained: Who is Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas political chief killed in ... (The Guardian)

A protege of Hamas founder Sheikh Ahmad Yassin, Haniyeh was a key figure in the group's international diplomacy.

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Hamas political leader Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, plunging ... (CNN)

Hamas said its political leader has been killed in an overnight strike in the Iranian capital Tehran, a major development that throws the war between Israel ...

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Ismail Haniyeh: Hamas' international face, marked for death by ... (The Associated Press)

Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas' top leader in exile who landed on Israel's wanted list after the militant group staged its surprise Oct. 7 attacks, was killed in an ...

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The Life and Death of Ismail Haniyeh (Wilson Center)

The Hamas leader was assassinated on July 31 during a visit to Tehran.

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What the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh means for ... (POLITICO.eu)

Here's what the assassination of the Hamas chief means for a cease-fire, a broader war, and the United States' role in the region.

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After Eliminating Ismail Haniyeh, Israel's Hunt for Hamas Leaders ... (FDD)

The strike in Tehran on July 31 that killed Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas's seniormost political leader, brings to four the number of Hamas's top leaders eliminated ...

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What the Ismail Haniyeh assassination means for Gaza ceasefire talks (Aljazeera.com)

Hamas leader's assassination may lead to regional escalation, and accelerate – or sabotage – a peace deal, analysts say.

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Iran vows revenge after Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed (BBC News)

Benjamin Netanyahu warned Israel that "challenging days lies ahead" after Iran threatened "harsh punishment".

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