Major General Haj Qassem Soleimani among Time's 100 most influential figures

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The reason why he's so liked in Iran is because he doesn't involve himself in Iranian politics or economics or businesses...he simply does his job and just fights terrorists abroad. You cant say that about too many IRGC commanders.

You think he could stand up for the upcoming elections if he retires from the armed forces?

If he is that popular, he is a proud patriot of Iranian and has earned the respect of his superiors and clerics alike, then perhaps he could contend for your next presidential candidature?