Hamas said in a statement that its leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed at his residence in Tehran in a raid by Israel.....CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
The Palestinian group controlling Gaza said that Haniyeh was “killed in a treacherous Zionist raid”.
Israel is yet to respond or issue a statement.
The group said he had participated in the inauguration ceremony of the new Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday.
“The Islamic Resistance Movement Hamas mourns to our great Palestinian people, to the Arab and Islamic nation, and to all the free people of the world,”
it added.
Who was Ismail Haniyeh?
Ismail Haniyeh is a prominent Palestinian political leader and a key figure in Hamas, an Islamist political and militant organization.
Early Life and Education
Birth: Ismail Abdel Salam Ahmed Haniyeh was born on January 29, 1962, in the Al-Shati refugee camp in the Gaza Strip.
Education: He attended the Islamic University of Gaza, where he studied Arabic literature and graduated in 1987.
Political Career
Early Involvement: Haniyeh became active in Palestinian politics during the First Intifada (1987-1993). He was imprisoned by Israeli authorities on several occasions due to his involvement in anti-occupation activities.
Rise in Hamas: After completing his studies, Haniyeh joined Hamas, which had been founded in 1987 as an offshoot of the Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood. He quickly rose through the ranks due to his organizational skills and commitment to the cause.
Key Positions in Hamas
Hamas Leadership: Haniyeh served as a close aide to Sheikh Ahmed Yassin, the founder and spiritual leader of Hamas. He became head of Sheikh Yassin’s office after his release from an Israeli prison in 1997.
Gaza Strip Administration
Following Hamas’ victory in the 2006 Palestinian legislative elections, Haniyeh was appointed as the Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority. However, his government faced international isolation and a subsequent blockade imposed by Israel and Egypt.
Conflict and Governance
Fatah-Hamas Conflict: In June 2007, violent clashes erupted between Hamas and Fatah, leading to Hamas taking control of the Gaza Strip. As a result, Haniyeh continued to lead the Hamas government in Gaza, while a rival Fatah-led government operated in the West Bank.
Personal Life
Family: Haniyeh was married and has 13 children. He is known for living a relatively modest lifestyle compared to other political leaders.
Residency: Although he was based in Gaza for most of his life, recent political and security developments have led him to reside outside Gaza for extended periods, including in Qatar.
Recent Developments
Hamas Leadership: In 2017, Haniyeh was elected as the head of Hamas’ political bureau, succeeding Khaled Meshaal. This position makes him the overall leader of Hamas…CONTINUE READING>>
