Quick Info
| Profession | Military Officer |
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| Nationality | Iranian |
| Birthplace | Arak, Markazi, Iran |
| Date of Birth | 02/06/1961 |
| Age | 64 years (died on 28, Feb, 2026) |
| Date of Death | 28/02/2026 |
Latest News about Mohammad Pakpour
28/02/2026
Israeli forces announced that Mohammad Pakpour was killed in an airstrike on Tehran during the opening phase of the 2026 Iran war. He had been serving as commander of the IRGC since 2025 after replacing Hossein Salami.
13/06/2025
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appointed Mohammad Pakpour as commander-in-chief of the IRGC after the death of Hossein Salami. Pakpour had previously led the IRGC Ground Forces and was promoted to the top IRGC post because of his long service and senior command experience.
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Bio/Wiki
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| Famous for | Being the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) |
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| Weight | 75 Kg (165 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Grey |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Tehran University, Tarbiat Modares University |
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| Degree | Master’s in Geography, PhD in Political Geography |
Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Career
| Overview | Mohammad Pakpour was an Iranian military officer who served as the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) from 2025 until his death in 2026. He had previously served as head of IRGC Ground Forces from 29 April 2009 to 19 June 2025, and earlier held senior IRGC posts including commander of the 8th Najaf Division and the 31st Ashura Division. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Mohammad Pakpour became a senior officer in the IRGC soon after its establishment. | |
| 2. He actively participated in operations against insurgencies and was involved in strategic military positions during the Iran-Iraq War. | |
| 3. His leadership extended to planning and executing significant military exercises, reflecting his commitment to enhancing the operational capabilities of the IRGC. | |
| 4. Pakpour faced international sanctions by multiple countries, including the U.S. and EU, due to his activities within the IRGC. | |
| 5. He was appointed as the head of the IRGC after his predecessor's death during military operations. | |
| 6. In the turbulent political landscape in late 2025 and early 2026, he assumed a critical role, warning foreign powers of potential military responses. | |
| 7. He was wounded in combat during the Iran-Iraq War. | |
| 8. In 2017, under his command, IRGC Saberin Unit special forces neutralized ISIS terrorists during the Tehran attacks. |