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Mohammad Bagheri (general)

Meet the top general who helped keep Iran safe for many years!

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Meeting with Ali Bagheri Kani (01912054)

Meeting with Ali Bagheri Kani (01912054)

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Meeting with Ali Bagheri Kani (01912051)
Mohammad Bagheri 2022 (cropped)
Meeting with Ali Bagheri Kani (01912053)
Commemoration Ceremony of Martyr Lieutenant General Bagheri 2025 Avash 11
Meeting with Ali Bagheri Kani (01912048)
Meeting with Ali Bagheri Kani (01912045)
Meeting with Ali Bagheri Kani (01912052)
Ceremony commemorating the 40th day of the martyrdom of Lieutenant General Mohammad Bagheri
Bagheri, Sayyari and Mousavi in Velayat-90 Naval Exercise
Meeting with Ali Bagheri Kani (01912049)
Meeting with Ali Bagheri Kani (01912050)

Key Facts

Born
1960.
Birthplace
Tehran, Iran.
Known For
Being the Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces.
Career Length
Over 45 years of service in the IRGC.
Fun Fact
He was the younger brother of Hassan Bagheri, who helped start a special part of Iran's army.

Who Was General Bagheri?

Imagine a super important leader in a country's army! That was Mohammad Bagheri. He was like the main boss of all the soldiers and guards in Iran. His job was to make sure everyone worked together and was ready to protect the country. He was in charge for a long time, from 2016 until 2025, which is almost 10 years! He was born in a city called Tehran, which is the capital of Iran.

His Big Army Job!

General Bagheri had a very important job called Chief of Staff. This means he was the highest-ranking military officer in Iran. Think of it like being the captain of the biggest ship in the whole ocean!

He had to make sure the regular army and a special group called the IRGC worked like a super team. He had over 45 years of experience, which is longer than most kids have been alive! He started his army journey way back in 1979.

A Life of Service

Mohammad Bagheri was born in 1960. He came from a family that believed strongly in their country. His older brother was also a very important person in the army! General Bagheri spent his whole adult life helping to make Iran's defenses strong. He was a teacher too, sharing his knowledge with future leaders at universities. He was a very respected figure in Iran's military.

A Sad Ending

Sadly, General Bagheri passed away in June 2025. He was 65 years old. This happened after an attack on Tehran. He was the highest-ranking military officer in Iran when this happened. His passing was a big moment for Iran. He is remembered for his many years of dedication to his country's defense and his leadership.

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