The assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Iranian capital Tehran has sparked a massive reaction on social media, with many users praising Israel's intelligence agency, Mossad, for the high-profile operation.
The assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Iranian capital Tehran has sparked a massive reaction on social media, with many users praising Israel's intelligence agency, Mossad, for the high-profile operation. The Palestinian group on Wednesday confirmed that Haniyeh and one of his bodyguards were killed in a targeted strike on his residence in the Iranian capital. The incident, which Hamas attributes to a "treacherous Zionist raid," has led to an outpouring of responses online.
Social media platforms lit up with discussions, memes, and posts lauding Mossad's apparent involvement in the assassination. 'Mossad rocks, Kya cheez hai Mossad and more' quickly gained traction, as users celebrated what they perceived as a bold and effective operation. Many posts praised Mossad for its precision and ability to carry out such a mission, with some calling it a "masterstroke" against Hamas.
Memes flooded the internet, with many depicting Mossad as a highly skilled and unstoppable force. Popular culture references were used to highlight the perceived success of the operation, with captions such as "Mossad does it again" and "Another one bites the dust." The overall tone on social media was one of approval and admiration for the Israeli agency's actions.
BREAKING: Hamas chief killed near his residence in Tehran along with one of his bodyguards.
Ismail Haniyeh had come to Tehran from Qatar for the inauguration of Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian.
Shot.
Kya cheez hai Mossad. Salute. pic.twitter.com/exjTJf64HZ
Mossad rock ...the best news for a peaceful world.. Terrorist organisation Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh killed at his residence in Tehran pic.twitter.com/sOv1Olx9Zb
— Baba Banaras™ (@RealBababanaras)BIG: 🚨 chief killed near his residence in Tehran along with his bodyguard.
Ismail Haniyeh had come to from Qatar for the inauguration of Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian.
Shot. , the best intelligence agency for a reason 🔥 pic.twitter.com/A01HtypGwD
Iran & everything in Tehran is overrated…. They can no match the strength & intelligence of Israel & Mossad!
This attack shows the weakness/ loopholes of Tehran, to be infiltrated and killed a wanted man like Haniyeh easily in Tehran. Unbelievable!
Mossad is no joke man! https://t.co/7ZQSXZgqLr
Ismael Haniyeh who was leading the Hamas from his luxury accommodation in Qatar was finally eliminated by Mossad in Tehran where he had just attended the Iranian President’s Inauguration.
Mossad never leaves. They are known for their work world wide .
Every terrorist… pic.twitter.com/5mhjgRabcY
Ismaël Haniyeh a été éliminé a Téhéran.
Bravo au Mossad. pic.twitter.com/AZz7luq7qv
Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh has been assassinated in Iran
Indians right now : pic.twitter.com/aXU1QZjL98
Thank you mossad
— Eli Kopter 🚁🚁🚁🇺🇸🇮🇱 (@Elikopteragent)واکنش مسعود پزشکیان وقتی خبر کشته شدن اسماعیل هنیه را در تهران میشنوه: 😂 https://t.co/x8GHF17y3U pic.twitter.com/lZHAgIB1Jr
— وحدت_همبستگی_برابری (@Uniting4IranRev)QUE TRISTEZA https://t.co/oYZ5wjfLNZ pic.twitter.com/zWj0QwnHin
— Moderado da Silva j (@meleca22)Mossad has upped the game. Yahya sinwar is next. https://t.co/51YsrauIqN
— Beerus Sama (@BsamaU7)Well, I gotta hand it to the Mossad. Unlike our CIA, they actually know how to track their targets and kill them. https://t.co/VjXGLkizMD
— The Chicagoan 🇺🇲 (@Incog1986)Make me happy pic.twitter.com/uMCnd4pRw9
— The Real 6ixGod (@6ixGod416647)Mossad to Haniyeh pic.twitter.com/NZG2gIrPwy
— Harshit Yadav (@HarshitY09)In a statement, Hamas condemned the assassination, calling it a "grave escalation" and accusing Israel of attempting to "break the will of Hamas." The group noted that Haniyeh was in Tehran to attend the inauguration of Iran's new president, Masoud Pezeshkian, when the attack occurred. Iran's Revolutionary Guards also confirmed the incident, stating that Haniyeh's residence was "hit" and that both Haniyeh and a bodyguard were killed.
The assassination comes in the wake of heightened tensions between Israel and Hamas. Following an October 7 attack by Hamas that resulted in 1,195 civilian casualties, Israel vowed to target Haniyeh and dismantle the group. The subsequent Israeli military campaign in Gaza has reportedly resulted in significant casualties, with the Hamas-run health ministry reporting at least 39,400 deaths.
Ismail Haniyeh, a prominent leader in Hamas, had served as the head of the group's political bureau since 2017. Known for his pragmatic approach, Haniyeh played a significant role in Hamas' political and military strategies and maintained relationships with various Palestinian factions. His assassination marks a significant blow to the organization.
The incident has significant implications for regional dynamics, particularly given Iran's long-standing support for Palestinian groups. The social media response underscores the polarized views on the conflict, with many openly supporting actions against Hamas. As the situation develops, the international community remains watchful of the potential repercussions on regional stability.