Mohammad Pakpour

Mohammad Pakpour was the Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran. He oversaw the IRGC's naval forces and was involved in military exercises, such as the "Smart Control of the Strait of Hormuz" drills. He also issued warnings to the U.S. regarding the IRGC's readiness amidst heightened tensions and anti-regime protests. Pakpour's name appears in the news due to reports indicating that he was killed in US-Israeli attacks on Iran in early March 2026, alongside other senior Iranian figures, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. His reported death is a significant event in the context of escalating conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel, and contributes to the uncertainty surrounding Iran's future leadership and policies.