Amir Hatami: Ex-Defence Minister Turns Army Chief after Israeli Strikes Kill Top Generals

General Abdolrahim Mousavi, who is now taking over command of the entire military, had previously been the Commander-in-Chief of the Army. He is listed on several international sanctions lists, including those of the United States, European Union, United Kingdom, and Australia. These sanctions are for his supposed involvement in serious human rights abuses. In 2023, the U.S. sanctions froze any assets he may have within its reach. The European Union’s sanctions likewise referred to his actions in putting down anti-government protests. Human rights group United Against Nuclear Iran has been vocal about his track record.