Iran Names Ali Jahanshahi Army Ground Force Chief

By Staff, Agencies

Brigadier General Ali Jahanshahi was appointed as the new commander of Iran’s Army Ground Forces, taking over from Major General Kiumars Heidari in a leadership reshuffle aimed at strengthening the military’s operational readiness.

Brigadier Jahanshahi brings extensive military experience to his new role, having previously commanded the 77th Thamen Al-Aemeh Division, served as the Coordinating Deputy of the Army Ground Forces, and held the position of Deputy for Evaluation at the Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters.

In assuming leadership of the Army Ground Forces, Jahanshahi will oversee Iran’s land-based military operations and training programs, continuing efforts to strengthen the operational readiness of the army.

Previously, Major General Kiumars Heidari was serving as the Iranian Army Ground Force commander.