The news of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh’s killing in an Israeli air strike in Tehran has shocked Gazans, with some expressing disappointment in Iran’s ability to protect him. Haniyeh was attending an event in Tehran when the strike occurred, leading to widespread condemnation and calls for strikes and marches across the West Bank.
Many Palestinians view Haniyeh’s death as martyrdom, with one resident stating that every Palestinian hopes to achieve martyrdom while defending their land and people. Haniyeh had previously lost several family members in Israeli air strikes, highlighting the ongoing conflict and violence in the region.
The killing of Haniyeh has once again raised tensions in the region, with concerns about the protection of Palestinian lives. The ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel has resulted in numerous casualties, both among civilians and militants.