Assassination Of Hamas Chief In Iran Capital Following Participation In Pezeshkian’s Inauguration
In a shocking turn of events, leader of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas Political Bureau Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in the Iranian capital Tehran after a visit to participate in the inauguration of Masoud Pezeshkian, the newly elected Iranian President.
Haniyeh’s presence at the ceremony highlighted the close ties between Hamas and Iran, which has been a significant supporter of the Palestinian cause.
Details surrounding the assassination remain still unclear, but sources indicate that it occurred hours after Haniyeh’s participation in the inauguration ceremony in the Iranian capital at 1:45 am July 31.
Haniyeh had been in Tehran to strengthen diplomatic relations and support for Palestinian resistance efforts amid escalating tensions in the region. His participation in Pezeshkian’s inauguration was seen as a gesture of solidarity between Hamas and the Iranian government, showcasing their ongoing collaboration against common adversaries.
The assassination has sparked widespread condemnation from various Palestinian factions and allies, who have called for an immediate investigation. Iranian officials have vowed to uncover the facts behind this heinous act, emphasizing their commitment to supporting the Palestinian struggle.
This incident marks a significant escalation in the already volatile landscape of Middle Eastern politics, raising concerns about potential retaliatory actions from Hamas and its allies.
The Islamic Republic of Iran vowed that Haniyeh’s blood will not go in vain. Lebanon’s Hezbollah, Yemen’s Ansar Allah movement, Iraqi resistance groups plus numerous heads of states and people around the globe reacted to the act of violence, which is blamed on the Israeli regime.
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