The recent assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran has sparked a wave of reactions from various political figures. Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri criticized the act, stating that it will not achieve its intended goals. The Iranian Supreme National Security Council is said to be deliberating on how to respond to the killing. Palestinian Authority leader Mahmoud Abbas condemned the assassination as a “cowardly act.” Haniyeh’s wife expressed her grief over the loss in a heartfelt video message.
Leaders from different Palestinian factions, including Hamas and Fatah, united to denounce the assassination and emphasize the importance of Palestinian unity. In the midst of escalating tensions, international officials such as US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov shared their concerns about the situation.
The Turkish Foreign Ministry and Iranian Foreign Ministry also issued statements condemning the assassination and reaffirming their support for the Palestinian cause. The assassination has stirred up international reactions, with calls for peace and stability in the region.