Ismail Haniyeh

2024 - 7 - 31

Haniyeh’s Shocking Demise: Was It Just Another Political Game?

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Just when you thought it couldn’t get crazier—Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been assassinated in Iran! Intrigued? You should be! 🎭

In a stunning turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, Ismail Haniyeh, the prominent leader of Hamas, has reportedly been assassinated in Tehran. According to the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, Haniyeh was killed following his attendance at an inauguration ceremony for the new Iranian president, Masoud Pezeshkian. His death has ignited a firestorm of speculation, theories, and accusations—not to mention a fair bit of confusion among those trying to piece together the bigger picture.

The details around Haniyeh's assassination are still unfolding, but it appears that Israel is being pointed at as the mastermind behind this shocking act. The tension between Iran, Hamas, and Israel has always been palpable, but the assassination adds a devastating layer to an already volatile mix. The Israeli military has yet to respond, leaving many to wonder if this was a deliberate, well-planned strike or a hasty decision made amidst rising tensions in the region. Some analysts suggest that the timing could be linked to recent operations against Hezbollah in Beirut.

While Hamas has confirmed Haniyeh's death, they have also warned of "severe escalation" in retaliation, adding further uncertainty to an already complex geopolitical scenario. As various factions within the Middle East scramble to adjust their strategies, the implications of Haniyeh's assassination are vast. It raises questions about how far nations are willing to go in their pursuit of political aims and the lengths they will go to crush opposition.

In an unexpected twist, amidst all the gravity of this political uproar, let’s not forget: Ismail Haniyeh was not just any political figure but a family man who was known to love football—a rather interesting contrast to his militant reputation. In fact, he was reported to enjoy watching World Cup matches! Furthermore, it’s worth noting that the world of international politics is riddled with similar dramatic tales that often feel straight out of a Hollywood script. With characters stepping off the pages of history and into real-world scenarios, the intrigue and danger are very much alive. Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds!

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An kashe shugaban Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh a Tehran (BBC News)

Ƙungiyar falasɗinawan mai riƙe da iko a Gaza ta ce Isra'ila ce ta kashe shugaban nata, Ismail Haniyeh, yayin da yake halartar rantsar da sabon shugaban ...

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Top Hamas Leader Ismail Haniyeh Killed in Iran - Arise News (Arise 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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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 leader, Ismail Haniyeh, killed in Tehran -- Iran's Guards (The Punch)

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said Wednesday that the chief of the Palestinian militant group Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh, was killed in Tehran along with one of ...

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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 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, 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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Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Tehran missile strike (The Times of Israel)

Terror group confirms death, blames it on 'Zionist strike' on residence in Iranian capital, declares 'severe escalation' will not go unpunished; ...

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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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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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Read Hamas's statement on the killing of Ismail Haniyeh in Iran (Aljazeera.com)

The Palestinian group that governs Gaza has blamed Israel for the assassination of its political chief.

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Ismail Haniyeh: Hamas leader on Israel's hit list killed in Tehran at 62 (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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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 Leader Ismail Haniyeh Is Killed in Iran by an Alleged Israeli ... (Military.com)

Hamas's top political leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in an airstrike in Tehran, Hamas and Iran say, blaming Israel.

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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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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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Who was Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas political chief killed in Iran? (Aljazeera.com)

Following Haniyeh's killing in Iran, we take a look at his life and legacy. Palestinian Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh speaks to ...

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Iran vows revenge after Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Tehran (The Guardian)

Death came hours after Israel said it killed a top Hezbollah commander in Beirut, fuelling fears of regional conflict.

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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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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 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 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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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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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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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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Fears of retaliation, regional conflict following killing of Hamas ... (FRANCE 24)

After Wednesday's assassination of Hamas political leader Ismael Haniyeh in the Iranian capital of Tehran sparked protests in Turkey and threats of "major ...

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Iran holds funeral for assassinated Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh ... (Africanews English)

Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prayed over Haniyeh's coffin at Tehran University while Iran's new President Masoud Pezeshkian stood next to him.

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Thousands Attend Funeral For Hamas Leader Ismail Haniyeh In Iran ... (Arise News)

Thousands of mourners gathered in Iran for the funeral procession of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh, who was killed in a strike in Tehran on Wednesday.

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Tehran holds funeral procession for slain Hamas leader Ismail ... (Financial Times)

Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei led the religious ceremony on Thursday on the campus of Tehran University, accompanied by senior Iranian officials, ...

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