Iran's Quds Force Commander Supervises Joint Drill During 'Important' Syria Visit

The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps’ Quds Force, Brigadier General Esmail Qaani, has conducted a significant visit to Syria, overseeing a joint Iran-Syria military exercise aimed at assisting Syria in addressing military and security challenges.

In the Syrian capital, Damascus, General Qaani engaged in discussions with senior officials and military commanders.

During the visit, he emphasized the strong ties between Syria and Iran, stating, "Syria and Iran are brother states and they enjoy significant, all-out and deep strategic relations. The Islamic Republic of Iran will be by the side of the Syrian people and leadership in dealing with challenges."

He also pointed to the United States as the primary source of chaos, terrorism, and conflict in Syria, the region, and the world.