Ali Shamkhani Funeral in Tehran: Global Reactions After U.S.–Israel Attack
Who Was Ali Shamkhani?
Political and Military Career
Ali Shamkhani was one of the most influential figures in Iran’s security and defense establishment for decades. Born in 1955 in the southwestern Iranian city of Ahvaz, Shamkhani rose through the ranks during the early years following the Iranian Revolution.
Over the years, he held several high-profile roles including:
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Commander in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
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Minister of Defense
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Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council
His position placed him at the center of Iran’s national security decision-making process. Shamkhani was widely considered a key architect of Iran’s regional defense strategy.
March 14, 2026 | 7:54 pm
