Ahmed Yassin
Ahmed Yassin was the co-founder and spiritual leader of Hamas, an Islamist militant organization in Palestine. He was known for his strong opposition to Israel and advocated for armed resistance against the occupation. Yassin was a prominent figure in Palestinian politics until his assassination by Israeli forces in 2004, which underscored the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Born on Sep 01, 1936 (89 years old)
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Pakistan:
Hamas co-founder Ahmed Yassin was assisted by Ismail Haniyeh in taking a phone call in Gaza City.
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Uruguay:
Ahmed Yassin is noted as the founder of Hamas who believed that a Palestinian state would be a betrayal.
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Russia:
Ahmed Yassin was the founder and spiritual leader of Hamas, killed in 2004.
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Bulgaria:
Ahmed Yassin was a former leader of Hamas who expressed willingness for a truce.
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Bulgaria:
Ahmed Yassin was a former leader of Hamas who expressed willingness for a truce.
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