Ahmad Vahidi
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Awards Won
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Honours
Ahmad Vahidi's career is marked by high-level military and governmental appointments rather than traditional accolades. He has held some of the most powerful positions in Iran, including commander of the Quds Force, minister of defense, minister of interior, and ultimately Commander-in-Chief of the IRGC. His longevity and rise to the top of Iran's military hierarchy during wartime underscore his influence within the regime.
Honours & Distinctions
Commander of the IRGC Quds Force
Appointed to lead Iran's extraterritorial military and intelligence operations.
Minister of Defense
Served as defense minister under President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
President of the Supreme National Defense University
Led Iran's top military academic institution.
Minister of Interior
Served as interior minister under President Ebrahim Raisi.
Commander-in-Chief of the IRGC
Appointed top commander of the IRGC during the 2026 Iran war.
Member of the Expediency Discernment Council
Serves on Iran's top advisory body.