Ali Khadizadeh

Ali Khadizadeh was a high-ranking commander in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and head of its Air Force. He was known for his direct involvement in orchestrating missile and drone attacks against Israel, publicly advocating for the destruction of the Israeli state. His leadership was pivotal in Iran's military strategy against Israel, particularly during escalating tensions in 2024. Khadizadeh was killed in an Israeli airstrike aimed at a command center where he and other senior military officials were planning further attacks.