Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has appointed General Mohammad Bagheri as the new chief of staff of the armed forces, replacing General Hassan Firouzabadi, who held the position for 27 years [8abea908]. The appointment comes at a time of heightened tensions between Iran and the United States over the nuclear deal and regional conflicts [8abea908].
General Bagheri is known for his hardline stance against the US and Israel and has previously served as the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Ground Forces [8abea908]. This appointment is seen as a strategic move by Khamenei to strengthen Iran's military and maintain a tough stance against its adversaries [8abea908].
The appointment of General Bagheri as the new chief of staff underscores Iran's commitment to its military capabilities and its willingness to confront any threats from the US or its allies [8abea908].