Ismail Haniyeh

Jerusalem:

Old City resident arrested for praising Sinwar and Haniyeh

Suspect arrested for posts praising October 7 massacre, rocket attacks on Israel, and slain Hamas leaders.

In the heart of Tehran:

New details on Ismail Haniyeh's elimination

The bomb planted in the Hamas diplomatic bureau chief's room was nearly discovered because of a faulty air conditioner.

Haniyeh elimination

Iran responds to Defense Minister Katz's claim of responsibility

Iran's ambassador to the UN writes to Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, says Iranian attack on Israel in October should be recognized as legitimate after Defense Minister Katz claimed responsibility for the elimination of Hamas leader.

1st time:

Defense Minister says Israel eliminated Ismail Haniyeh

Minister Israel Katz confirms for first time that Israel eliminated the leader of Hamas in Tehran in warning to the Houthis.

Khaled Mashal:

'Iran assassinated Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran'

The senior Hamas official told the Qatari Al Arabi that the Hamas political bureau chief was assassinated by Iran.

Sydney:

Anti-Israel protesters name univ, building 'Haniyeh's building'

2 arrested at anti-Israel protest at Western Sydney University where protesters chose to honor the late murderous leader of the terrorist organization that committed the October 7 massacre.

IRGC commander:

'Israel will taste the bitterness of Tehran’s revenge'

Major General Hossein Salami, commander of Islamic Revolution Guards Corps, says Iran's revenge for the elimination of Ismail Haniyeh will be different than what has been seen in the past.

IRGC official:

Revenge for Haniyeh's death 'certain,' will be at the right time

'Revenge is certain, there is no doubt about it,' IRGC Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Naqdi promises.

Due to his death

ICC ends proceedings against Ismail Haniyeh

International Criminal Court announces it has terminated proceedings against former Hamas political bureau leader who was eliminated. ICC chief prosecutor still seeking arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant.

Iranian FM:

'Our response to Haniyeh elimination will be precise'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Israel's "aggression" against Iran's national security and sovereignty would definitely not go unanswered.

Report:

Hamas considering avenging Haniyeh by killing Israelis abroad

Hebrew media reports Hamas considering changing tactics from attacking Israel directly to avenge its leader, who was assassinated in Tehran.

IRGC spokesperson:

'Iran may delay its retaliation against Israel'

Spokesperson for Iran's Revolutionary Guards says Iran may delay its attack on Israel, states that Israel should prepare for a calculated and precise response.

Iranian commander:

'We will punish Israel in due time and place'

Deputy Commander of IRGC, Brigadier General Ali Fadavi, vows his country will punish Israel for the elimination of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh.

US official:

'Iran will face cataclysmic consequences if it attacks Israel'

US official warns Iran against derailing momentum toward a Gaza truce by striking Israel in response to the killing of Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh.

Report:

Iran to delay Israel attack while ceasefire talks are ongoing

Officials tell The New York Times that Israeli intelligence has assessed that both Iran and Hezbollah have lowered the level of alertness in their rocket and missile units.

Gallant to Austin:

Iran is getting ready for a large-scale attack

Axios reports that the Israeli intelligence community's updated assessment is that Iran is poised to attack Israel directly in retaliation for the elimination of Hamas' political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran and is likely to do it within days.

Netanyahu to cabinet:

'These are fateful days, don't publicly discuss security matters'

As Israel braces for attacks by Iran and Hezbollah, Prime Minister Netanyahu has instructed his cabinet ministers not to openly discuss matters of defense.

Iranian official:

The reason Iran has not yet attacked Israel

An Iranian official told a diplomatic source that his country has not yet retaliated for the elimination of Ismail Haniyeh since it is working to stop security breaches that led to it and because of the US military presence in the region.

After threats to attack Israel

Biden to Iran: Don't

US President asked what his message is to Iran after its threats to retaliate for elimination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh: Don't.

IRGC:

'Khamenei's order to harshly punish Israel will be carried out'

Revolutionary Guards deputy commander says Iran is set to carry out an order by Supreme Leader to “harshly punish” Israel for elimination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.

Estimate:

Iran's next attack won't be larger than the attack in April

Impending Iranian attack expected to be similar to April attack, following international pressure not to launch largescale attack on Israel.

Ritchie Torres:

'Israel is damned if does and damned if it doesn't'

New York Democratic Congressman notes Israel's critics who demanded a more 'surgical' approach to the war with Gaza criticize it even for surgical operations like the assassiantions of Fuad Shukr and Ismail Haniyeh.

Saudi Arabian official:

'Haniyeh elimination a blatant violation of Iran's sovereignty'

In first remarks by a Saudi official on Haniyeh elimination, Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Foreign Minister says it was a "blatant violation" of Iran's sovereignty.

Report: Iran not planning to attack Israel in the near future

US officials tell Politico that Iran may be 'rethinking' its plan to launch multi-pronged attack on Israel.

Report:

Hezbollah could strike Israel independent of Iran

Sources tell CNN Hezbollah looks increasingly like it may strike Israel independent of whatever Iran may intend to do, adding Hezbollah is moving faster than Iran in its planning.

Are we allowed to celebrate the destruction of evil?

Now is the time to celebrate the destruction of evil. Compassion has its place, but also its limits. In war, there’s no room for misplaced compassion.

White House sources:

Iran reconsidering attack on Israel

US warned of 'serious consequences' for new Iranian government if tensions in Middle East escalate, Iran delaying attack on Israel due to US pressure, report says.

Report:

Israel informed US it eliminated Haniyeh after the fact

Sources tell Washington Post that Israel informed US officials immediately after Haniyeh's elimination that it was responsible. White House officials responded with surprise and outrage.

To the West's corrupt media, Haniyeh is a "martyr"

How did Italian and other Western media describe the Hamas murderer assassinated in Tehran? And his cohort, Deif? and Meshaal? Unbelievable. Opinion.

Hamas announces:

Yahya Sinwar to replace Ismail Haniyeh

Terror group's Gaza leader and October 7 mastermind to replace the assassinated Haniyeh as head of the organization's political bureau.

Hamas chooses Ismail Haniyeh's replacement

Al Arabiya reports name new, temporary, head of Hamas as Mohamed Ismail Darwish.

Report:

This is Ismail Haniyeh's replacement

The leadership of the Hamas terrorist organization has decided to choose a figure who is unknown to the public as temporary politburo leader, in place of Ismail Haniyeh who was eliminated in Iran last week.

Is this how Ismail Haniyeh was really assassinated?

New report contradicts claims the bomb that killed Hamas leader was planted 2 months in advance, states 2 IRGC employees planted the bomb the day of the assassination and were smuggled out of Iran before it was detonated.

US confirms:

Iran moving launchers ahead of attack on Israel

US identifies military activities in Iran indicating that preparations for an attack on Israel are underway.

IDF spokesman:

'No change in the instructions, our finger is on the pulse'

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari issues clarification amid wave of rumors and reports about the Iranian response to the elimination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in its territory.

Report:

Putin asks Khamenei to show restraint after Haniyeh assassination

Russian President reportedly asks Iran's Supreme Leader to avoid causing harm to civilians as it responds to assassination of Hamas leader in Tehran.

Abbas claims:

'Haniyeh's killing was intended to prolong the conflict in Gaza'

PA chairman tells RIA news agency that Haniyeh elimination was a cowardly act: The Israeli occupation authorities are required to stop their aggressive actions against our people.

Iran warns pilots to avoid airspace as Middle East awaits attack

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Sunday an attack could happen within 24 to 48 hours.

Report:

Blinken told G7 Iran could attack Israel as early as Monday

Axios reports that US Secretary of State told his counterparts from the G7 countries that an attack by Iran and Hezbollah against Israel could start as early as Monday.

Haniyeh's assassination:

The leaked information and the hinted accusations

A Russian Telegram channel hinted that Armenian officials leaked information about the Hamas political leader's location in return for 'tempting offers.'

Iran's Parliament Speaker:

'Our response will be crushing and smart'

Iran's Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, says his country's response to the elimination of Hamas politburo chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran would make Israel and its supporters "regret their action".

Iran: We don't want war, but must 'punish' Israel

Spokesman for Iranian Foreign Ministry claims his country 'seeks to establish stability' in Middle East, urges international community to support 'punishment' of Israel.

Amid fears of escalation:

Jordan's FM visits Iran, meets senior officials

Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi makes rare visit to Iran amid preparations in Israel for Iranian retaliation for elimination of Ismail Haniyeh.

US Dep. security advisor:

'US trying to prevent situation from spiraling'

White House Deputy National Security Adviser Jonathan Finer hinted at the Biden Administration's frustration with the eliminations of top Hamas and Hezbollah terrorists.

The symphony of reactions to Haniyeh's debacle

It’s as if the global community is playing an intricate game of diplomatic charades, each actor vying for the best performance. Op-ed.

Israeli official:

'We are preparing for an attack, they’ll try to wear us out'

Israeli official tells NBC News that Israel is bracing for a potential multiday attack by Iran and Hezbollah following the elimination of two senior terrorists.

Syddey, Australia:

Anti-Israel activists protest killing of Hamas, Hezbollah leaders

Activists hold pictures of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in march protesting the assassinations of Haniyeh and Hezbollah leader Fuad Shukr in Sydney, Australia.

Biden:

'I hope Iran will stand down, I don't know'

US President expresses hope Iran will stand down despite its threat to avenge the elimination of Hamas’ political leader Ismail Haniyeh.

Secret Agent Amit Hazeh

Iran falls for Israeli word-play, publishes name of 'assassin'

Iranian media is reporting that authorities have arrested an Israeli agent by the name of 'Amit Hazeh,' a play on words for the Hebrew word for 'the imposter.'

Blinken: U.S. not responsible for Haniyeh killing- That's Too Bad

Showing weakness in the face of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps outrage does not bring security; it encourages aggression. Opinion.

Amid threats from Iran:

US to bolster military presence in the Middle East

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin orders aircraft carrier, additional ballistic missile defense-capable cruisers and destroyers to the region amid concerns of regional escalation by Iran or its proxies.

Iran in turmoil:

Who assassinated Ismail Haniyeh?

The New York Times reported that over 24 people were arrested by the Revolutionary Guards, including senior intelligence and military officers, on suspicion of being involved in the assassination.

For failure to comply with laws

Turkey blocks access to Instagram

The move comes after a senior Turkish official accused the platform of blocking condolence posts for Ismail Haniyeh, but Turkish officials do not specify if that is indeed the reason.

IRGC:

'Haniyeh was eliminated by a short-range missile'

The Revolutionary Guards of Iran deny that Ismail Haniyeh was eliminated by an explosive device, and claim that a missile with 7 kg of explosives was fired outside his room.

Foreign Minister:

'If embassy staff want to mourn, let them go back to Turkey'

Minister Israel Katz summons Turkish ambassador for a reprimand after embassy flies flag at half-mast in mourning for Hamas leader at Erdogan's orders.

US officials:

'Next Iranian attack could be larger than the previous one'

US officials tell CNN that the US is expecting that an Iranian attack in retaliation for elimination of Haniyeh could be coordinated with Iranian proxies from multiple directions.

Al-Aqsa Imam eulogizes Ismail Haniyeh

Imam of the al-Aqsa Mosque on the Temple Mount, Sheikh Ekrima Sabri, is undergoing investigation by the Central Unit of the Jerusalem Police, after he eulogized Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in his Friday sermon.

In Tel Aviv:

Turkish embassy lowers flag to half-mast in mourning for Haniyeh

Turkish President Erdogan declares a national day of mourning, orders all flags flown at half-mast over assassination of Hamas leader in Tehran.

Biden:

'Elimination of Haniyeh didn't help ceasefire efforts'

US President says he had “a direct conversation” with Netanyahu and urged him to quickly reach a deal for the release of the hostages and a ceasefire in Gaza.

Funeral procession for Ismail Haniyeh in Doha

Funeral service held for Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh, who was assassinated in Iran, held in a mosque in Doha, after which he will be buried north of the city.