Ismail Haniyeh

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hamas chooses Ismail Haniyeh's replacement

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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: 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.

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.

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".

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Haniyeh boasted of safety in Tehran hours before assassination

Hamas leader boasted of the supremacy and eternity of Islamic civilization in his last interview before he was assassinated in his room in Tehran.

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.

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.

Houthis vow 'military response' to eliminations

Houthi leader says there has to be "a military response" to elimination of Hamas political chief and Hezbollah commander, calls them "shameless and dangerous crimes" by Israel.

NSC to Israelis:

Take extra caution when abroad

Amid fears of retribution for the eliminations of Hezbollah and Hamas leaders, the National Security Council recommends seriously reconsidering the necessity of traveling to countries for which the travel alerts have been issued with moderate and high threat levels.

IDF Spokesman Hagari:

'The military is on high alert'

IDF Spokesman Daniel Hagari said that other than the elimination of Fuad Shukr in Lebanon the IDF did not strike anywhere else in the Middle East that night.

Report:

Decision to kill Haniyeh made to remove obstacle to hostage deal

New report on assassination of Hamas leader in Tehran says the bomb used to kill him used AI technology, was detonated remotely by Mossad agents.

Israel's aviation woes worsen as more companies suspend service

Israelis left scrambling to find a way home after airlines canceled flights to Tel Aviv fearing retribution for the elimination of two senior terrorists.

Col. Richard Kemp:

'Hamas on its knees, Haniyeh replacement may be more reasonable'

Former commander of British forces in Afghanistan tells Arutz Sheva the assassinations of Ismail Haniyeh and Fuad Shukr are 'very significant,' calls for US to pay $5 million bounty on Fuad Shukr to families of the 12 Druze children he murdered.