The Intelligence from The Economist Struck out: A Hamas leader is assassinated
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Jul 31, 2024 
Greg Karlstrom, The Economist's Middle East correspondent, discusses the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, exploring its implications for the group's leadership and regional stability. Meanwhile, Kinley Salmon analyzes the Venezuelan elections, highlighting the protests against Maduro's alleged rigged victory and the unrest following it. Both guests dive into the complexities of global political tensions while also touching on the surprising health risks associated with indoor cooking. Tune in for engaging insights into critical international issues.
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Haniyeh's Limited Control
- Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas' political leader, wasn't fully in charge.
- Evidence suggests he was unaware of the October 7th attacks until shortly before.
Haniyeh Not a Moderate
- Haniyeh wasn't a moderate despite being unaware of the October 7th attack.
- He celebrated the attacks which killed over 1200 Israelis.
Replacing Haniyeh
- Hamas will struggle to replace Haniyeh due to many leaders being killed or in hiding.
- Khaled Meshall, a previous Hamas leader, is a likely temporary replacement.