Israel’s Warning to Iran: No Safe Haven for Terrorists following Hamas Leader Ismail Haniyeh’s Assasination

The recent assassination of Hamas’ Politburo head, Ismail Haniyeh, in Tehran has caused a panic within the Iranian regime. The act has been attributed to Israel.

Haniyeh, who was based in Doha, Qatar, was in Iran to attend the inauguration of Iran’s new president, Masoud Pezeshkian.

He was staying at a secret guesthouse operated by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps at the time of his death.

The implications of Haniyeh’s assassination are significant for the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza and for the broader regional war that Iran is engaged in against Israel directly and through its terror proxies.

Haniyeh was responsible for overseeing the terror regime’s finances, arms flow, and relations with state sponsors like Qatar, Iran, and Turkey.

He also supervised Hamas’ operations in the West, including its influence in Western media.

Terrorist eulogizing

Haniyeh was often referred to as a “moderate” in news reports, which showcased his success in rebranding Hamas as a legitimate political entity.

His death may destabilize the financial networks, military supply lines, and political warfare operations of Hamas.

The fact that Haniyeh was killed in Tehran underscores the close connection between Hamas and Iran as an Iranian proxy force.

The war in Gaza is not isolated but part of a larger regional conflict led by Iran against Israel through its proxies and direct involvement.

The recent events may lead to a change in Hamas’ negotiation tactics regarding the US-mediated hostage talks.

If Israel was behind the assassination, it highlights the Jewish state’s intelligence and operational capabilities in Tehran.

Iran on notice

Iranian officials involved in the war against Israel now understand the potential risks they face, knowing they could be targeted.

Israel’s decision not to claim responsibility adds to the tension and uncertainty, revealing its operational and intelligence prowess within Iran.

The regime in Iran may need to reconsider its approach if it wishes to survive and avoid further escalation with Israel.

Caroline Glick is a host for “The Caroline Glick Show” podcast and a senior contributing editor at Jewish News Syndicate (JNS.org), with a background advising Benjamin Netanyahu.