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General Ali Shamkhani

General Ali Shamkhani
The latest news and updates on Ali Shamkhani, a distinguished Iranian military officer and politician. Born in 1955, he rose through the ranks of both the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the regular military, holding the rank of Rear Admiral. He served as Minister of Revolutionary Guards and notably as the longest-serving Minister of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics. From 2013 to 2023, he was a key figure in Iran’s security apparatus. Currently, he is a member of the Expediency Discernment Council and a political advisor to the Supreme Leader. Known for his strategic acumen and diplomatic efforts, particularly with Arab nations, he has been a central figure in Iran’s domestic and foreign policy.
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