Esmail Qaani
اسماعیل قاآنی
Quds Force Commander
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View Timeline →Speculations About Qaani's Trip to Iraq; Has Iran Agreed to Disarm Armed Groups?
Ismail Qaani's recent trip to Baghdad has raised questions about the disarmament of Iran-affiliated armed groups in Iraq. This visit involves discussions with high-ranking Iraqi…
Iranian Commander Discusses Disarmament Plan with Iraqi Officials
Esmail Qaani, a top Iranian commander, visited Iraq to discuss the Iraqi government's initiative to disarm armed groups and consolidate weapons under state control. This…
Massive Turnout at Khamenei's Funeral in Iraq Highlights Unity Message
The funeral of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in Iraq saw a massive turnout, causing delays in the procession in Mashhad, Iran. Major General Ismail Qaani…
Iran News in Brief – July 6, 2026
This brief covers a rally in Heidelberg protesting Iran's executions and supporting a democratic alternative, new reports exposing systematic torture in Dastgerd Prison, and the…
Qaani warns Israel of potential repeat of 2000 withdrawal from southern Lebanon
Brigadier General Esmaeil Qaani, commander of the IRGC Quds Force, has issued a warning to Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, suggesting that their ongoing military…
IRGC Quds Force chief issues warning to Israel
The commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' Quds Force warned Israel to withdraw from southern Lebanon, stating that continued "aggression and occupation" would lead…
IRGC Quds Commander Qaani Unveils New Resistance Belt Against Israeli Aggression
The IRGC Quds commander, Qaani, has announced the establishment of a new resistance belt aimed at countering Israeli aggression in the region. This initiative involves…
Quds Force Chief Demands Israel Withdraw to Pre-War Positions in Lebanon
Brigadier General Esmaeil Qaani, the chief of Iran's Quds Force, stated that Hezbollah's primary demand is for Israel to withdraw to its pre-war positions in…
Iran's Quds Force Chief Calls for Israeli Withdrawal from Lebanon Amid US-Brokered Negotiations
Iran's Quds Force chief, Esmail Qaani, has called for Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon in light of a US-brokered deal. This demand highlights Iran's ongoing opposition…
Iran's Quds Force Chief Warns US and Israel Against Military Escalation in Gaza and Lebanon
Iran's Quds Force chief Qaani issued a warning to the US and Israel against military escalation in Gaza and Lebanon, suggesting that such actions could…
IRGC Quds Force Chief Celebrates Martyrdom of Qassam Commander, Affirms Resistance's Vitality
IRGC Quds Force chief Esmail Qaani praised the martyrdom of Qassam commander Abu Suhaib, emphasizing that it signifies the ongoing resilience of the resistance movement.…
IRGC Quds Force chief vows continued support for Hezbollah
The commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force pledged continued support for Hezbollah, stating that the wider "resistance front" stands with the…
IRGC Commander Highlights Unity of Iranian People Against US-Zionist Threats
IRGC commander Esmail Qaani emphasized the strong unity of the Iranian people and officials as a critical support for the Resistance Front against US-Zionist adversaries.…
Uniform Reaction of Iranian Officials to Trump
Following Trump's comments on Iran's political turmoil, Iranian officials, including the heads of government branches, asserted that all factions are unified under the leadership of…
Iraq's Shia Bloc Faces Internal Divisions as PM Selection Process Begins, with US and Iran Observing
Iraq's ruling Shia bloc is in the process of selecting a new Prime Minister amid internal divisions, with Ismail Qaani visiting at the request of…
IRGC's Quds Commander Urges Israel to Adapt to New Regional Dynamics
IRGC's Quds commander, Ismail Qaani, has stated that Israel must adapt to the changing dynamics of the West Asia region. This statement reflects Iran's growing…
IRGC Commander: Axis of Resistance Unites Muslims Against Global Arrogance and Zionism
Brigadier General Esmail Qaani emphasized that the Axis of Resistance has achieved significant unity among Muslims, which has created fear among global powers and Zionist…
After Months, Mahmoud al-Mashhadani Finally Elected as New Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament
Mahmoud al-Mashhadani has been elected as the new speaker of the Iraqi Parliament after a year-long vacancy. His election, supported by the Iran-aligned 'State of…
The European Union Sanctions Quds Force Commanders and Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters
The European Union has officially sanctioned Iran's Minister of Defense and the commander of the Quds Force due to their involvement in supplying missiles and…
Meeting of IRGC Commanders with Leaders of Iran's Proxy Groups on the Sidelines of Raisi's Funeral
Senior IRGC commanders met with leaders of allied proxy groups in Tehran during the funeral of Iranian officials. The discussions focused on the ongoing conflict…