Qassem Soleimani

Qassem Soleimani was a prominent Iranian military commander, leading the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps until his death in a US airstrike in 2020. While Soleimani himself is deceased, he remains relevant due to ongoing tensions between the US and Iran. Recent news focuses on actions taken against his relatives. Specifically, the US government, under President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, has revoked the permanent residency of Soleimani's niece, Hamideh Soleimani Afshar, and her daughter, accusing Hamideh of being an outspoken supporter of Iran. They have been arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and are facing deportation. These actions are part of a broader effort by the US to exert pressure on Iran, amidst escalating conflict and threats of military action, including a potential strike on Iran and ongoing missile attacks. The US has also issued an ultimatum to Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz.