Summary
Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi has become the new commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) during a difficult time for Iran. Vahidi, who has extensive military and political experience, is now leading during a full-scale conflict involving the US and Israel.
Key Facts
- Ahmad Vahidi has been appointed as the commander of the IRGC in Iran.
- He took command during a joint US-Israeli conflict against Iran that has resulted in significant casualties and damage.
- Vahidi previously served as deputy chief of Iran's army and led the elite Quds Force from 1988 to 1997.
- Vahidi was named deputy chief of the IRGC by Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in December before becoming the commander.
- He has held political roles, including as defense minister and interior minister in Iran.
- Vahidi has been involved in past secret negotiations with the US during the Iran-Contra affair.
- He follows the principles of the Islamic Revolution closely.
- Allegations have followed him, including an Interpol red notice related to past actions.
