Iranian mourning for Hamas leader Haniyeh draws crowds, revenge calls in Israel-Palestine conflictäteråde

Thousands gathered in Tehran to mourn the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who was killed in a strike blamed on Israel. The funeral procession included chants and banners honouring Haniyeh and other slain figures. Iran has promised a harsh retaliation for the killing of its “guest,” leading to fears of escalating conflict. The funeral procession attendees expressed a desire for a strong response from Iran, with one attendee noting that talking is not enough. Iranian authorities have hinted at a coordinated response with the “axis of resistance,” a network of armed groups supported by Tehran. Hamas confirmed that Haniyeh and his bodyguard were killed by a missile that hit their guesthouse in Tehran. The spectre of all-out war looms over the region, with concern about the conflict expanding beyond Iran and Israel. The stock market and currency in Tehran initially reacted with concern, but experts believe the markets will not be significantly affected unless a full-scale conflict erupts. Despite the heightened tensions, many believe that military action between Iran and Israel will be limited to specific targets. The situation is rapidly evolving, with uncertainty about the future of the region.

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