Tehran: Commander-in-Chief Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has appointed Major General Amir Hatami as Chief Commander of the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran. General Hatami has previously served as Defense Minister from 2013 to 2021.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, in the official decree, Ayatollah Khamenei highlighted Hatami’s dedication, competence, and experience as the reasons for his appointment. The decree calls for a transformative and revolutionary approach under General Hatami’s leadership. It stresses the importance of enhancing combat readiness, strengthening spiritual and ideological foundations, improving personnel welfare, and boosting cooperation with other branches of the Armed Forces.

The Leader also expressed appreciation for the outgoing commander, Major General Seyyed Abdolrahim Mousavi, acknowledging his sincere and valuable efforts during his tenure. Following the assassination of General Mohammad Hossein Bagheri, Ayatollah Khamenei has appointed Major General Seyyed Abdolrahim Mousavi as Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces.