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Blinken Denies U.S. Involvement in Hamas Leader Haniyeh's Assassination in Iran on Wednesday

Jul 31, 2024, 10:48 AM

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated on Wednesday that the United States was not aware of or involved in the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. Blinken made these remarks during an interview with CNA, emphasizing that the U.S. had no prior knowledge of the assassination plans. The assassination of Haniyeh, who was the head of the Hamas politburo, took place in Iran. Blinken also highlighted the importance of a ceasefire in Gaza as a means to reduce tensions.