Hamas Leaders: A Legacy of Targeted Assassinations

Israeli airstrikes have targeted numerous high-profile leaders of Hamas, including Mohammed Deif, Khaled Meshaal, and Ismail Haniyeh. The Israeli military’s operations against these figures span decades, with significant impacts on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Recent airstrikes have led to further escalation and deepened tensions in the region.

Mohammed Deif, the head of Hamas' military wing, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza, marking the eighth attempt on his life by the Israeli military. Deif, believed to be a key figure in the October 7 attack on Israel, was a major target in the ongoing Gaza conflict.

Since its inception in 1987, Hamas has faced numerous targeted assassinations orchestrated by Israel. Prominent figures like Yahya Ayyash, Khaled Meshaal, and Sheikh Ahmed Yassin have all been on Israel's hit list, resulting in retaliatory attacks and significant changes in Hamas leadership.

The recent assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in Iran signifies the persistent and far-reaching efforts of Israel to dismantle Hamas' leadership. Each strike leads to heightened tensions and underscores the challenges in achieving lasting peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)