– Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Tehran on July 31, causing outrage in Iran and the “Axis of Resistance”
– Iran vowed to avenge Haniyeh’s death and blamed the US for supporting Israel
– The assassination interrupted negotiations to end the Gaza war and free Israeli hostages held by Hamas
– Hamas was founded in 1987 by Sheikh Ahmed Yassin as the Palestinian branch of the Muslim Brotherhood
– Iran provides financial aid, weapons, and training to Hamas, deepening ties
– Tensions between Hamas and Iran emerged after Hamas supported the Syrian opposition, leading to a cut in funding
– Iran resumed funding Hamas in 2017, strengthening their relationship
– Hamas leaders have acknowledged receiving support from Iran for their operations against Israel
– The assassination of Haniyeh reflects escalating tensions in the region, with potential repercussions for the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.