【Qani, head of Iran's Quds Force, finally makes an appearance】
According to a report by "Iran International," Qani, head of Iran's Quds Force, recently delivered a speech via the Fars News Agency, stating that Israel's aggressive actions against Lebanon and the Gaza Strip will strengthen the determination of the "resistance axis." The evolving situation could lead to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait facing a fate similar to that of the Strait of Hormuz.
The Bab el-Mandeb Strait is a critical maritime route connecting Europe and Asia, with significance comparable to that of the Strait of Hormuz. More crucially, given that the Strait of Hormuz is currently blocked, Saudi Arabia is now using this strait to export oil. However, the Houthi movement remains a key variable affecting the situation in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Previously, the group's attacks on ships in the Red Sea directly disrupted this vital waterway. Qani’s message is clear: they will use the Houthis to directly shut down this strait.
However, rather than focusing on Qani’s threats, the outside world may be more concerned about the fact that "Qani has finally appeared." Qani is a mysterious figure, surrounded by numerous rumors. Earlier, it was widely speculated that he was an Israeli spy. Thus, every time Israel launched air strikes aimed at "decapitating" Iranian leadership, Qani always miraculously survived. It is reported that during the February 2024 assassination attempt targeting Ayatollah Khamenei and several top officials, Qani narrowly escaped because he had left earlier. This incident immediately triggered widespread skepticism. Afterward, Qani disappeared for a period, leading to speculation that he had been arrested and interrogated by Iran, or even that he had fled to Israel. However, based on current developments, these rumors can now be laid to rest.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1866885339706842/
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