Watch: Israel Admits to Killing Ex-Hamas Leader Haniyeh in Tehran

In a significant development, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has publicly acknowledged that Israel was responsible for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran in July 2024.

Haniyeh, who had been Hamas’s overall leader until his death, was killed during a visit to Tehran. This admission marks the first time Israel has officially claimed responsibility for the operation.

Minister Katz emphasized that Israel’s actions against leaders of groups such as Hamas, Hezbollah, and other Iranian-backed organizations are part of a broader strategy to counter regional threats.

The acknowledgment of Haniyeh’s assassination is expected to further escalate tensions between Israel and Iran, as well as with other regional actors. For a visual summary of the event, you can watch the video above.