The recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East has taken a dramatic turn following the death of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. According to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC), Haniyeh was killed by a short-range projectile with a warhead, which they allege was fired by Israel. The IRGC has vowed to seek revenge at an appropriate time, further heightening the already volatile situation in the region.

Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has ordered a direct strike on Israel in retaliation for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.