Israel killed Haniyeh to undermine Pezeshkian’s policies, Iran FM says

TEHRAN – The Iranian foreign minister said on Tuesday night that Israel assassinated the Hamas leader in Tehran just several hours after the inauguration of President Masoud Pezeshkian, who came to power with the “slogan of interaction with the world, balanced relations with the world, restoring nuclear talks, cooperation and dialogue.”

By Batool Subeiti

The sudden response

BEIRUT- Netanyahu and his cabinet appear to be riding a wave of high confidence following their intensified bombardment of Lebanon. They operate under the assumption that relentless strikes can dismantle the Islamic resistance in Lebanon before it can effectively respond and stabilize internally. This strategy has bolstered Netanyahu’s popularity within the entity, including among opposition members.

‘Israel tried to drag Iran into war by Haniyeh’s assassination’

During a meeting with the President of the European Council Charles Michel on the sidelines of the 79th UN General Assembly, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country seeks common ground and shared perspectives to foster expanded cooperation with other nations. 

Iran intelligence minister dismisses foreign operatives’ involvement in Haniyeh assassination

TEHRAN – Iran’s intelligence minister, Esmaeil Khatib, announced on Saturday that there was no involvement from foreign intelligence operatives in the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas political leader, in Tehran.

IRGC chief reiterates commitment to avenging Haniyeh's assassination

TEHRAN- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has reaffirmed Tehran's commitment to taking action against the Zionist regime in response to its offenses on Iranian territory. 

Iran pursues justice for Haniyeh's assassination through int’l legal channels: judiciary

TEHRAN- The spokesperson for the Iranian Judiciary has announced that the Islamic Republic is actively seeking justice for the assassination of Hamas's political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, in Tehran through international legal avenues.

Ismail Haniyeh used WhatsApp just before assassination, son says

TEHRAN – Ismail Haniyeh's son has brought attention to the possible involvement of WhatsApp in the assassination of the Hamas leader in Iran, noting that his father was communicating with family members through the American messaging app at least a few hours before his martyrdom. 

Palestinian Resistance turned into global movement following Oct. 7: Baqeri Kani

TEHRAN – Iran's acting foreign minister, Ali Baqeri Kani, announced that Operation Al-Aqsa Storm has significantly transformed Palestinian and regional Resistance into a worldwide movement against Israel.

Iran Leader, Haniyeh shared goal of unifying Muslims: Haniyeh’s son

TEHRAN – The eldest son of Martyr Ismail Haniyeh has reaffirmed the unique and warm relationship between Ismail Haniyeh and the Leader of Islamic Revolution, underpinned by their shared goal of fostering unity among the Islamic nations for the sake of Palestine’s liberation.

Haniyeh assassination in Tehran violation of sovereignty: official

TEHRAN- The deputy head of International Affairs of Iran's Judiciary and the secretary of the Human Rights Headquarters wrote to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights about the assassination of martyr Ismail Haniyeh.

Haniyeh’s assassination aimed to sow division among Muslims: commander

TEHRAN- The spokesman and deputy head of the public relations office of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) stated that the Israeli regime assassinated the Hamas leader to create a rift among Shia and Sunni Muslims.

Iranian officials united on retaliation against Israel: source

TEHRAN – An informed source has firmly denied any internal disagreements among Iran's top leadership regarding the response to Israel following the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, a key Palestinian Resistance movement figure in Hamas, in Tehran.

Sinwar’s ties with Iran

New political leader of Hamas reportedly has intimate relations with Iranians

TEHRAN – The new strategic, farsighted, and resolute political Leader of Hamas, as described by his close associates and the Palestinian people, is believed to have close and strong ties with Iran. 

No arrests made in Haniyeh assassination investigation: Judiciary

TEHRAN- Iran’s Judiciary spokesman pointed out that no one has been arrested regarding the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh.

Baqeri discusses response to Hamas leader’s assassination with lawmakers

TEHRAN – Iran’s Acting Foreign Minister Ali Baqeri Kaani met with members of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee on Tuesday to discuss the circumstances of Iran’s retaliation for Israel’s assassination of Hamas Political Chief Ismail Haniyeh. 

Yahya Sinwar named Hamas chief following Haniyeh assassination

Hamas named its Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar as chief of the group following Ismail Haniyeh's assassination in Tehran on July 31, the group said in a statement late on Tuesday.

Abbas: Hamas leader's killing aims to prolong Gaza war

The killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was intended to prolong the Gaza conflict, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas told Russia's state news agency, adding that he will discuss the regional crisis with President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.

Ismail Haniyeh award to be presented at Resistance Theater Festival 

TEHRAN-The 19th edition of Iran's Resistance International Theater Festival has introduced a special award named after Ismail Haniyeh, chief of the political bureau of the Palestinian Resistance Movement Hamas, for its upcoming event, the organizers have announced.

No question, no doubt: Iran foreign ministry says punishment of Israel incoming 

TEHRAN – Iran has reiterated its determination to punish Israel for the assassination of Hamas Political Chief Ismail Haniyeh, who was killed hours after attending Masoud Pezeshkian’s inauguration ceremony in the Iranian capital of Tehran. 

Haniyeh assassination is madness: analysis

TEHRAN - In a commentary published on August 1, Middle East Eye says the Israeli assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas political chief, was “madness”. 

Iranian Parliament speaker calls for retaliatory action against Israel

TEHRAN – The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament has voiced strong support for a decisive retaliatory response against Israel following the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the head of Hamas’s political bureau, who was in Tehran as a guest.

Iran judiciary chief warns of global Israeli threat

TEHRAN – Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei, the Head of Iran’s Judiciary, has raised concerns about the global threat posed by the Israeli regime and stressed the importance of preventing further errors by adversaries.