Esmail Qaani’s Restless Expression at Mohammad Reza Zahedi’s Funeral

Chapter 4: Qaani’s Diplomatic Challenges

Apart from military responsibilities, he has grappled with diplomatic challenges when dealing with regional and global players for Iran. US sanctions, among others, have gone a long way toward constraining the Iranian economy as well as its foreign policies. Despite these difficulties, Qaani never wavered toward the strategic goals of his country, such as condemning foreign interference while advocating dialogue rather than warfare. The diplomatic expertise acquired through multiple years of engagement with regional stakeholders has placed Iran at the center of power and will determinethe future of the the future of the Middle East.