Escalation of Conflict
Hamas’s armed wing has announced that the assassination of its political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, signifies a significant escalation in its conflict with Israel. The Qassam Brigades warned that this event raises the stakes of the war, potentially impacting the entire region.
Statement from Qassam Brigades
In a statement, the Qassam Brigades described the assassination of Haniyeh in Tehran as a pivotal and perilous incident. “The criminal assassination of leader Haniyeh in the heart of the Iranian capital is a watershed and dangerous event that takes the war to new levels and will have enormous consequences for the entire region,” the statement read.
Miscalculation by Israel
The Qassam Brigades emphasized that Israel’s actions reflect a severe misjudgment. They accused Israel of expanding its aggression and targeting resistance leaders across various locations, thereby violating regional sovereignty. The statement urged a unified support for Palestinian resistance in light of Israel’s ongoing crimes.
Details of the Assassination
Hamas officially confirmed early Wednesday that Ismail Haniyeh was killed in an Israeli airstrike on his residence in Tehran. This incident marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Israel’s Response
As of now, Israel has not made any public statements regarding the assassination.