Hamas Leader Ismail Haniyeh Killed in Israeli Airstrike

Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas' supreme leader, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Tehran. Haniyeh had a key role in Hamas' diplomacy but was less involved in military affairs. His death follows Hamas' deadly attacks on October 7, which triggered the longest Arab-Israeli conflict, resulting in massive casualties.

Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas' supreme leader in exile, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Wednesday in Tehran. His death comes after the militant group’s surprise attacks on Israel on October 7.

Hamas said the airstrike hit Haniyeh's residence following his attendance at Iran's new president's swearing-in ceremony. Israel has not confirmed the strike.

Haniyeh's death is part of Israel’s continued targeting of Hamas leaders following the October 7 attacks. More than 39,000 Palestinians have died in the ensuing conflict, the deadliest and longest in Arab-Israeli history.