Iran: Esmail Ghaani

Role

Commander of the Quds Force (2020-)

Although not often mentioned in western media, Esmail Ghaani has served at the heart of Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corp (IRGC) leadership for decades.

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United States, Bahrain, Canada

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