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2024 - 7 - 31

Hamas Leader Haniyeh Assassinated in a 'Zionist Raid' – What Does This Mean for the Middle East?

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The shocking assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran raises questions and tensions in the Middle East. Did this start a political chess game? 🤔🕵️‍♂️

In a dramatic turn of events that has sent ripples through the political landscape of the Middle East, Ismail Haniyeh, the top political leader of Hamas, was killed in a raid on his residence in Tehran. The militant group has accused Israel of staging what they termed a ‘treacherous Zionist raid’ while Haniyeh was in Iran attending the swearing-in ceremony of the new president, Masoud Pezeshkian. This assassination follows closely behind Israel's claims of having eliminated a senior Hezbollah commander in Beirut, raising tensions even higher between regional powers and exacerbating the already volatile climate.

Details surrounding Haniyeh's assassination are marked by both mystery and outrage. The Hamas group, which governs Gaza, has reacted strongly, vowing to seek justice for their fallen leader. They have criticized the Israeli government, asserting that this was a deliberate attack on their leadership at a time of critical political importance. As the dust settles, Israel has remained largely silent on the specific accusations, though they have historically engaged in targeted operations against key militant figures in the region.

The implications of Haniyeh's death extend beyond just the Hamas leadership; they delve into the heart of Middle Eastern geopolitics. This incident could mark a shift in the balance of power among militant factions as well as between state actors in the region. Advocates for a more peaceful resolution are decrying the cycle of violence, but the reality is that with each target eliminated, the retaliatory cycles seem to intensify. Political analysts are busy hypothesizing what this could mean for future peace talks, or if they may be thrown completely off the rails.

Interestingly, this assassination happens not just against a backdrop of longstanding conflict but also amidst international conversations about Iran's role in supporting militant groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. As nations around the world assess their positions and alliances, one has to wonder: will this spark new dialogue around peace, or will it escalate the already heightened tensions further? The Middle East continues to draw the world's attention, and as events unfold, the terrain seems as unpredictable as ever.

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Hamas' top political leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran (ABC News)

In the statement, the group mourned the death of Haniyeh, and pointed the finger of blame at Israel, saying he was killed in "a treacherous Zionist raid on his ...

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Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Iran (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Hamas has blamed Israel for the attack which occurred while Haniyeh was in Tehran to attend Masoud Pezeshkian's swearing-in ceremony as Iran's president.

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Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in raid on Iran residence, says ... (The Guardian)

The death of the political leader of the Palestinian militant group came hours after Israel claimed it killed Hezbollah's top military commander in Beirut.

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Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran, militant group says (SBS)

The Palestinian group said its chief political leader had been killed in a raid on his residence in Tehran.

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

According to the group, Haniyeh died after participating in the inauguration ceremony of the new Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian who was sworn in on Tuesday ...

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Hamas's 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 political leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran (Financial Times)

The Palestinian militant group said in a statement that Haniyeh, who lived in exile, died after a “treacherous Zionist” attack on his residence in Tehran.

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Reactions to the killing of Hamas political chief Haniyeh in Iran (Aljazeera.com)

Hamas's political chief was in Tehran when he was killed, with the Palestinian group that governs Gaza blaming Israel.

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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 leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Tehran (The North West Star)

Hamas is blaming an Israeli airstrike for the death of the head of the Palestinian militant group Ismail...

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Ismail Haniyeh, who has been killed in Iran, was tough talking but ... (The Australian Financial Review)

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Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Tehran, Iran and ... (CBS News)

An Israeli military spokesman didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. Israel often doesn't comment on assassinations carried out by its Mossad ...

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

Ismail Haniyeh has been part of Hamas for decades, in recent years running the militant group's political operations from exile, and emerging as one of its ...

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LIVE: Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran, dozens in Gaza (Aljazeera.com)

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

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Ismail Haniyeh has reportedly been assassinated (Australian Jewish News)

In a statement, the Islamist terror group said they mourned the death of Haniyeh, who it said was killed in “a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in ...

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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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Life of defiance: Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas political boss, killed (Aljazeera.com)

For many, Haniyeh will remain a symbol of resistance in the face of Israeli occupation.

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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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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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What to know about Ismail Haniyeh, assassinated leader of Hamas ... (ABC News)

Haniyeh had been a part of talks as Israel and Hamas negotiated for an end to the fighting in Gaza and a return to the hostages held by Hamas.

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Ismail Haniyeh assassination: How will Iran respond? (Aljazeera.com)

Haniyeh's assassination will have repercussions for Iran, the Gaza ceasefire talks and prospects of regional war.

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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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Who was Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas political leader reported to ... (SBS)

The leader of Hamas' political bureau has been killed in the Iranian capital of Tehran, according to the group.

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What to Know About Hamas Terror Leader Ismail Haniyeh (American Jewish Committee)

In the early hours of Wednesday, July 31, reports emerged that Hamas terror leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in an explosion while he was visiting Iran.

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Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran (CNN)

Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed in Tehran. Follow for the latest news.

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Live updates: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated ... (The Washington Post)

Ismail Haniyeh led Hamas, the Palestinian group that runs Gaza, for over a decade. Hamas said he was killed in Tehran after attending the inauguration of ...

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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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Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran: What to know, what's next? (Aljazeera.com)

The senior Hamas leader was assassinated early Wednesday. Al Jazeera breaks down what happened — and what could follow.

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Details on Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh's assassination are scarce ... (ABC News)

Specifics about how Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr were killed on Tuesday are scarce, but one thing is certain: ...

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