Ismail Haniyeh

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Yair Golan, chairman of The Democrats party, with party members following the announcement of the results of The Democrats party primaries ahead of the upcoming elections, in Tel Aviv, Israel, July 20, 2026.
 Palestinian group Hamas' top leader, Ismail Haniyeh speaks during a press conference in Tehran, Iran, March 26, 2024.

Ismail Haniyeh's ex-bodyguard arrested for planning terror attack against European Jews - report

Nineteen-year-old Negev resident Deif Allah Abu Rjeila is arrested on August 13, 2026, in a joint operation by the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency), Israel Police and Border Police counterterrorism officers.

Negev teen charged over 45 TikTok reposts praising Hamas, October 7 massacre

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Walid Haniyeh - Deputy Commander of a Nukhba company.

WATCH: IDF killed Walid Haniyeh, nephew of former Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, military says


‘Wait for harsh punishment’ billboard goes up in Tehran as Khameini orders attack on Israel

Israel has not taken responsibility for Haniyeh’s death, but it is widely understood to have been behind the assassination.

Workers hang a billboard bearing a portrait of Ismail Haniyeh with a slogan in Hebrew and Farsi saying "Expect severe punishment" at Palestine Square in Tehran on July 31, 2024

Ismail Haniyeh was killed by explosive device planted months ago, sources tell 'Post'

Sources told the 'Post' Haniyeh has often been more of an obstacle to a final hostage deal, such that his removal could even make a deal more likely.

 Ismail Haniyeh seen over a poster showing the Gaza hostages (illustrative)

Killing Hezbollah commander in Beirut was biggest loss for group since 2008

Fuad Shukr's killing is the heaviest blow to Hezbollah's command since the 2008 assassination of Imad Mughniyeh, underlining the gravity of this week's escalation in the conflict.

 A man recites the Koran as Hezbollah officials and relatives of its top commander Fuad Shukr, who was killed in an Israeli strike, attend a condolences service ahead of his funeral, in Beirut, Lebanon, August 1, 2024.

Ismail Haniyeh's death a major setback for Hamas and regional plans - analysis

The death of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh on July 31 is a significant setback for Hamas and its regional backers, impacting their strategic plans.

 Hamas's assassinated leader Ismail Haniyeh. Hamas logos are seen in the background.

Mossad agent Amit Nakesh? Turkish media identifies Haniyeh assassin by joke name

Turkish media identified Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh’s assassin with a fake name, "Amit Nakesh," fueling speculation and misinformation.

 Speculations and rumors surround the killer of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.

IDF, Health Ministry readying for emergency situation amid rising tensions with Iran, Hezbollah

For the time being, the IDF has not changed the directives of the Home Front Command, but the IDF says that they are prepared for defense as well as a response to attempts to harm Israel.

 Shas MK Uriel Busso leads a committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem, on February 20, 2023

US flag burns as Hamas flags fly high over New York City's Times Square

Times Square protest turns heated as American flag burns and terrorist flags are waved. The demonstration, led by Within Our Lifetime, sparks controversy and violence allegations.

 Men hold Hamas' and Palestine's flag during a rally in New York City on May 27, 2024.

Killing Haniyeh gives Sinwar more freedom to operate in Gaza, Israeli expert says

Dr. Michael Milshtein said that with Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh dead, Yahya Sinwar, who was the real person that called the shots, now has more freedom to operate.

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in front of ruins from the October 7 massacre, with a bloody border (illustrative)

Thousands attend Haniyeh's funeral in Tehran

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh's funeral in Tehran saw thousands attending, including Iranian and Palestinian officials, amid high tensions.

 Iranians attend the funeral procession of assassinated Hamas chief, Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, Iran, August 1, 2024.

Dissecting the Haniyeh, Shukr assassinations and their impact - analysis

The sequence of two high-profile attacks against Israeli enemies has heightened the stakes in ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts, signaling possible escalations in military actions across the region.

 FILE PHOTO: Ismail Haniyeh, prime minister of the Hamas Gaza government, talks to his supporters during a Hamas rally marking the anniversary of the death of its leaders killed by Israel, in Gaza City March 23, 2014.