Iran’s Leader Orders Attack on Israel for Haniyeh Killing, Officials Say

• Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has ordered a direct strike on Israel in retaliation for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.
• The order was given during an emergency meeting of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, with military commanders instructed to prepare for both attack and defense.
• Iran and Hamas have accused Israel of the assassination, though Israel has neither confirmed nor denied involvement.
• Iranian officials are considering a coordinated attack involving drones and missiles, potentially from multiple fronts including Yemen, Syria, and Iraq.
• The assassination has been seen as a significant security breach, prompting calls within Iran to ensure the safety of its senior officials before seeking revenge.

Source: New York Times