Targeted Killings

C.I.A. Homes In on Hamas Leadership, U.S. Officials Say

A new task force at the spy agency is also working to boost intelligence collection on hostages still held in Gaza.

Terrorism in Iran Exposes a Vulnerability It Doesn’t Want to Admit

Even after the Islamic State took responsibility for deadly bombings, Iran’s government, facing public anger, blamed Israel.

Iraq Condemns U.S. After Drone Strike in Baghdad

The attack killed three militant leaders of an Iran-allied group with ties to the Iraqi government’s security apparatus.

Attacks Heighten Fears of a Wider War for the Middle East and U.S.

The killing of a top Hamas leader in Lebanon and mysterious twin explosions in Iran heighten fears of a regional war that could draw in the United States.

Iran Accuses Israel of Killing Sayyed Mousavi, a Military Official

The Iranian official, Brig. Gen. Sayyed Razi Mousavi, was said to been involved in arming Hezbollah. Israeli officials said they were preparing for possible retaliation.