Iran Denies Arrests in Hamas Leader's Assassination

Iran's judiciary denied reports of arrests in connection with the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh. 

"The speculations of newspapers and cyberspace regarding arrests in this case are not true. In relation to this case, no arrests have been made so far," spokesman Asghar Jahangir said during a press conference.

Haniyeh was assassinated in Tehran on July 31, shortly after attending the inauguration ceremony of President Masoud Pezeshkisn. 

Details surrounding the assassination remain unclear, with conflicting accounts emerging about the circumstances of his death.

The assassination has prompted strong reactions from Iranian officials. Authorities of the Islamic Republic have threatened retaliation against Israel, widely suspected of being behind the attack. However, Israel has not officially claimed responsibility.

Saeed Jalili, a former presidential candidate, released a video message warning that "doubts in defending the country's rights will cause tension" and that "not answering the enemy will increase his greed." 

This sentiment was echoed in the Kayhan newspaper, overseen by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, which published a piece by Saadullah Zarei saying, "Don't send a message, Iran and its friends will strike."