Iran implements military command overhaul and shifts to offensive doctrine

Iran military reorganization offensive doctrine Mojtaba Khamenei IRGC Supreme National Security Council

Iran is undergoing a major military and security command overhaul under Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. The reorganization involves the appointment of several hardline figures to key positions, signaling a strategic shift from a defensive posture to an “offensive doctrine.”

Key appointments include Mohsen Rezaei as Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council and Ahmad Vahidi as commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Additionally, Ali Abdollahi has been named Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces. These moves are intended to unify command structures and enhance the ability to conduct operations within “enemy territory.”

Senior Iranian officials, including Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Naqdi, have stated that this new doctrine aims to wage a sustained war of attrition, potentially prolonging conflict with the United States until 2029. The leadership has also emphasized the need to strengthen internal stability and prepare for potential escalations involving regional flashpoints like the Strait of Hormuz. Some officials have warned that renewed military threats against Iran could jeopardize global energy pipelines and internet infrastructure.

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Ahmad Vahidi · Ali Abdollahi · Ali Mohammad Naeini · Iran · Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps · Mohsen Rezaei · Mojtaba Khamenei · Seyyed Ali Khamenei · Supreme National Security Council

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[● 2 SOURCES] Mojtaba Khamenei has appointed several military and security leaders to overhaul Iran's command structure. thealtworld.com · internewscast.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Renewed threats against Iran could put global internet infrastructure and energy pipelines at risk. cubaenresumen.org
[● 2 SOURCES] Ali Abdollahi has been appointed as the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces. thealtworld.com · spanish.almanar.com.lb
[DISPUTED] Mohsen Rezaei has been appointed as the Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council. fr.aljazayr.com · thealtworld.com · internewscast.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Iran is shifting from a defensive military posture to an offensive doctrine. 247ureports.com · internewscast.com · en.dailypakistan.com.pk
[○ 1 SOURCE] The new military strategy aims to prolong conflict with the United States until 2029. 247ureports.com
[DISPUTED] Ahmad Vahidi has been appointed as the commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). internewscast.com · spanish.almanar.com.lb
[○ 1 SOURCE] Iran has instructed the IRGC to develop capabilities for operations beyond its borders. en.dailypakistan.com.pk