Haniyeh's assassination is a threat to the Hamas leadership and a provocation to Iran and Hezbollah. Nevertheless, it isn't an 'organizational earthquake' and several of other members of Hamas' political bureau could easily replace him
The assassinations of Ismail Haniyeh and Fuad Shukr in Tehran and Beirut demonstrate Israel's capabilities, but the doctrine of targeted killing has become an end in itself rather than a way to achieve actual strategic goals
Israel's markets and consumers seem to be oblivious to the risk Israel faces after the two assassinations this week. Denialism has been the theme throughout the Gaza war
Jerusalem-born actress Niv Sultan, who stars as a Mossad agent in the Apple TV spy thriller, winked at the camera in a social media post, subtly suggesting her character's involvement. Israel has not confirmed responsibility for Haniyeh's assassination
'Why now that there is a deal on the table, did they choose to kill him?' a relative of a hostage asked. While the impact of Haniyeh's death is hard to predict, it may soften Israel's position now it has achieved an 'image of victory'
The office also refused to answer whether the PM's son, Yair Netanyahu was aboard the flight back from Washington, after he was reportedly seen back in Israel this week
Monday's front page depicted a funeral of one of the children killed by a Hezbollah rocket in Majal Shams, with the headline 'Israel hits target in Lebanon'
The deadly attack in Majdal Shams isn't a turning point that justifies an all-out war, but it obliges the sides to respond, even with no strategic benefit. Hezbollah's response also depends on internal developments in Lebanon, where its own interests and those of Iran lie
The longtime political bureau leader and former Palestinian Prime Minister was assassinated in Iran's capital at around 2 A.M. Wednesday morning. Middle East news sites said he was killed by a precision guided missile launched from outside Iran
Israel has yet to take official responsibility for the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, but it's unlikely Iran will let an attack on its own soil go unanswered. Haniyeh's killing also diminishes chances for a breakthrough in hostage deal talks
The detention of eight soldiers has been extended through to Sunday. They allegedly belonged to an 'inner circle' at Sde Teiman, privy to the abuse, though gave contradictory explanations as to how the Palestinian detainee was injured on their watch
After Hamas' political leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in the heart of Iran, condemnations quickly flowed from foreign ministries and government spokespeople, calling it a 'dangerous escalation.' While the U.S. refrained from condemning or celebrating, they vowed to protect Israel from attacks
Palestinian detainees were arbitrarily detained, deprived of sleep, waterboarded, shocked with electricity, and more, according to a UN report whose findings could be used by ICC prosecutors.
On October 7, Hiram commanded the force that fired tank shells at a home on Kibbutz Be'eri with hostages inside. Though some Be'eri families are split over the decision, Hiram believes he is in the best position to take on the role
Exciting update from Nof HaGalil: An urban renewal plan for 950 housing units has been approved and is financially viable, requiring no additional funding.
Exciting update from Nof HaGalil: An urban renewal plan for 950 housing units has been approved and is financially viable, requiring no additional funding.
The terror group says Haniyeh was killed in 'a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran,' after attending the swearing-in ceremony of the new Iranian president.
The comparison between the violent storming of two military bases and pro-democracy demonstrations in Tel Aviv – as the Israeli prime minister appeared to do – raises concerns that we have not experienced since October 7