Esmaeil Kousari

Esmaeil Kousari is an Iranian general and a member of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, also known as the Iranian Parliament. He serves on the National Security Commission and has been vocal on issues related to Iran's military and security policies. Recently, he confirmed the Parliament's recommendation to close the Strait of Hormuz in response to U.S. attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities, emphasizing that the final decision rests with the Supreme National Security Council.