Iran has rejected calls from the U.S. and Arab nations to measure its response to the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. Iranian officials are currently investigating the security breaches that led to the attack.
Iranian leaders have vowed to retaliate, stating that they are prepared for any consequences, even if it leads to war. The U.S. has urged Iran to show restraint to avoid escalating tensions, emphasizing that any significant strike would provoke a response.
No group has claimed responsibility for the attack on Haniyeh, although both Iran and Hamas have accused Israel of carrying out the strike. Jordan's foreign minister visited Tehran to discuss de-escalating tensions, citing previous incidents involving Iran's drone and missile attacks.
Israel has stated its readiness to defend against any retaliatory strikes, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasizing that Israel will respond to any aggression. Haniyeh was killed by a bomb while in Tehran for the inauguration of Iran's new president, according to reports.
Iran's judiciary has launched an investigation into Haniyeh's assassination, aiming to identify and arrest anyone involved in the attack. Politicians in Tehran have acknowledged intelligence failures and gaps in the country's security information system.
Israel has placed its military on high alert, with U.S. officials coordinating with regional partners to prepare for potential attacks. U.S. deputy national security adviser Jon Finer highlighted the need for readiness, referencing previous collaborative efforts to counter Iranian attacks.
