Haniyeh's Assassination Sparks Concerns of Prolonged Gaza Conflict

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas told Russia's RIA state news agency that the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh aims to prolong the Gaza conflict, complicating peace talks. Haniyeh's killing in Tehran has led to threats of revenge and concerns that the Gaza conflict may escalate into a broader Middle East war.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has stated that the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh is intended to prolong the Gaza conflict and complicate peace negotiations.

Abbas made these remarks to Russia's RIA state news agency, emphasizing the negative impact of the killing on efforts to end the aggression and withdraw Israeli troops from Gaza.

Haniyeh's assassination in Tehran has heightened the risk of the Gaza conflict escalating into a wider Middle East war, with Abbas condemning the act and calling for an immediate and lasting ceasefire.