"Senior Hamas Leader Assassinated in Beirut Blast Amidst Israel-Gaza Conflict"
Saleh Arouri, a senior Hamas official and one of the founders of its military wing, was killed in an explosion in Beirut, which Hamas media networks believe was an Israeli airstrike. Israel has not claimed responsibility, but had previously vowed to target Hamas leaders following an attack on Israel. The incident has raised tensions, with Hezbollah threatening retaliation and Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati expressing concern that Lebanon could be drawn into a new phase of conflict.