Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed in Tehran, Iran, according to Iranian state media. Haniyeh and one of his bodyguards were assassinated when the building they were in was struck, according to reports from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Haniyeh was in Tehran to attend the inauguration of Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian. The news of his death has shocked the international community, as Haniyeh was a key figure in Hamas and Palestinian politics. More details are expected to emerge soon. The assassination of Haniyeh comes at a time of heightened tensions in the region, with ongoing conflicts between Israel and Hamas. The news has raised concerns about the safety and security of political leaders in the region, and the implications for future peace negotiations. Hamas has condemned the assassination and vowed to seek justice for Haniyeh’s death. The Israeli government has not yet commented on the news, but experts warn that the killing of Haniyeh could escalate tensions even further. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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Hamas Leader Ismail Haniyeh Reportedly Assassinated in Iran: State Media | Hamas News
