Qassim Soleimani

Qassem Soleimani, pictured at a 2016 rally commemorating the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, commanded Iran's Quds Force and had wide influence in Iran's foreign policy.

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National

Qassem Soleimani's Enduring Legacy Across The Middle East

12:43pm January 03, 2020

by Mark Katkov

The commander of Iran's Quds Force was largely responsible for the expansion of Shiite power and influence in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon and Gaza.

A vehicle burns at Baghdad International Airport following an airstrike in Baghdad on Friday. The Pentagon said the U.S. operation killed Gen. Qassem Soleimani, the head of Iran's elite Quds Force.

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Politics & Government

U.S. Kills Top Iranian Military Leader In Airstrike

9:03am January 03, 2020

by Barbara Campbell

Gen. Qassem Soleimani was killed Friday in Baghdad. The U.S. secretary of defense said Soleimani "was actively developing plans to attack American diplomats and service members throughout the region."