Hossein Dehghan

Iranian General and Minister of Defense

Hossein Dehghan - Iranian General and Minister of Defense
Born

March 2nd, 1957
68 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Iran

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Held various significant military and political positions within the Iranian government. Participated in the Iran-Iraq War, contributing to strategic planning and military operations. Served as the Iranian Minister of Defense from 2013 to 2017, overseeing defense policy and military development. Engaged in military diplomacy and was involved in discussions regarding defense cooperation and military capabilities.

Served as Iranian Minister of Defense from 2013 to 2017

Participated in the Iran-Iraq War

Contributed to military strategic planning

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