Summary
Israel has conducted targeted attacks across the Middle East against leaders of groups it considers enemies, like Hamas and Hezbollah. These attacks occurred in countries such as Lebanon, Syria, and Iran, but have not ended regional conflicts. Notable figures, including leaders from Hamas and Hezbollah, have been killed in these operations.
Key Facts
- Israel targeted Hamas leaders in a surprise attack in Qatar but did not kill any senior officials.
- In the past two years, Israel has struck targets in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Iran, Yemen, and Qatar.
- Israel's targeted attacks led to the deaths of several high-ranking figures, including Saleh Arouri in Lebanon and Mohammed Deif in Gaza.
- Ismail Haniyeh, a Hamas political leader, was killed in Tehran in 2024.
- Yahya Sinwar, who led Hamas in Gaza, was killed by Israeli troops in October 2024.
- Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, was killed in a strike in Lebanon in September 2024.
- President Joe Biden commented on Nasrallah's killing, noting it provided a measure of justice.
