In a recent address to the United Nations Security Council, Robert Wood, the US deputy ambassador to the UN, stated that the US was not aware or involved in the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. Wood’s remarks come amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, with the US once again blaming Hezbollah for the violence.
The US has long been critical of Hezbollah’s actions in the region, accusing the group of fomenting instability and supporting terrorist activities. However, Wood made it clear that the US was not involved in the recent killing of Haniyeh, who was targeted in an airstrike in Gaza.
Wood’s comments are likely to further strain relations between the US and Hezbollah, as the two sides continue to clash over the future of the Middle East. The US has been a staunch supporter of Israel, while Hezbollah has long been a thorn in the side of the US and its allies.
As tensions in the region continue to rise, the US will no doubt be keeping a close eye on developments and working to maintain stability and security in the region. Wood’s remarks at the Security Council make it clear that the US is not backing down in its efforts to combat extremism and protect its interests in the Middle East.
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