Iran's Intentions Following Haniyeh's Assassination
In the wake of the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the head of Hamas's political bureau, tensions have escalated dramatically between Iran and Israel. Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Bagri has communicated to Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Sierto that Iran intends to retaliate against Israel. This announcement is significant as Hungary currently holds the rotating presidency of the European Union, making it a crucial player in international diplomatic discussions. Senior Israeli officials perceive this communication as an attempt by Iran to justify potential military action and mitigate international backlash against its aggression. The situation is further complicated by Iran's assertion that while it seeks to
