Global Outcry Over Assassination of Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh

The assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the political leader of Hamas, in Tehran, Iran, has sparked international condemnation, with Russia and Turkey leading the charge against what they've termed an 'unacceptable political murder' and a 'cowardly act'. Russia's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mikhail Bogdanov, emphasized that such actions would only escalate tensions further. The Palestinian president, Mahmoud Abbas, also condemned the assassination, urging unity against Israel. The incident has raised fears of widening the conflict from Gaza to a regional level, with Turkey explicitly stating that the assassination aims to extend the war. This event marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, drawing global attention to the volatile situation.