Kassem Soleimani was a high-ranking Iranian military officer, best known for his role as the commander of the Quds Force, a unit within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). He played a significant role in Iran's military operations and foreign policy, particularly in supporting allied groups in Syria, Iraq, and Lebanon. Soleimani was influential in shaping Iran's strategy in the region. On January 3, 2020, Soleimani was killed in a drone strike ordered by the United States near Baghdad International Airport in Iraq. His death heightened tensions between the U.S. and Iran, leading to a series of retaliatory actions and increased military presence in the region. Soleimani's legacy remains a topic of debate and analysis in international relations.