1. The Significance of Targeting Soleimani
- Author:
- Ophir Falk
- Publication Date:
- 05-2020
- Content Type:
- Commentary and Analysis
- Institution:
- American Diplomacy
- Abstract:
- On January 3, 2020, American drone-launched missiles killed Major General Qassem Soleimani shortly after his landing at Baghdad International Airport in what may turn out to be the most significant targeted killing of the 21st century to date.[i] While it is too early to determine the long-term implications and effectiveness of this operation, there is no question that the US action showed it will hold Iran accountable for terrorist actions.
- Topic:
- Security, Foreign Policy, Qassem Soleimani, and Assassination
- Political Geography:
- Iran, Middle East, and United States of America