Iran Warns of Retaliation Without Gaza Ceasefire After Haniyeh's Killing

Aug 13, 2024, 11:20 AM

Iranian officials have indicated that only a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, anticipated from talks this week, would prevent Iran from directly retaliating against Israel. This response is in reaction to the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh on Iranian soil. The officials, speaking to Reuters, emphasized the urgency of the ceasefire to avoid escalation. Failure of the ceasefire talks or any perceived delay by Israel could trigger a direct attack by Iran and its proxies.