Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran, group says
Hamas issued a statement shortly after the announcement saying Haniyeh was killed in a “Zionist raid” on his residence in Tehran after he participated in the inauguration of the new Iranian president.
CNN has reached out to the Israeli military for comment on Hamas’ claim.
It is not clear when Haniyeh was killed. The new Iranian president was sworn in on Tuesday.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
The international community expressed concern over the alleged assassination of Hamas leader Haniyeh in Tehran, particularly as tensions in the Middle East continue to rise.
Despite the unrest in the Middle East, many world leaders have denounced the alleged attack on Haniyeh, emphasizing the importance of peace and diplomacy in resolving regional conflicts.
