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The Cult of Martyrdom Surrounding Qasem Soleimani
1:31:12 - 1:39:14 (08:02)
Qasem Soleimani, the recently assassinated Iranian General, was revered across the Middle East due to the cult of personality built around him and his promotion of the idea and value of martyrdom. His funeral was used by the Iranian government to try and unify the country, and his death could potentially galvanize resistance to the United States.
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Kassim Sulamani was a revered figure by Iran's military and public due to his involvement in the fight against ISIS, support of terrorism, and alleged pursuit of presidency.
1:31:12 - 1:33:30 (02:18)
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Kassim Sulamani was a revered figure by Iran's military and public due to his involvement in the fight against ISIS, support of terrorism, and alleged pursuit of presidency. However, his assassination by the US has escalated tensions between Iran and the US.
ChapterThe Cult of Martyrdom Surrounding Qasem Soleimani
EpisodeQassem Soleimani and the Bastardful History of U.S. / Iran Relations
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Qasem Soleimani was publicly humble, often refusing to let people kiss his hand, and frequently honored soldiers who died under his command.
1:33:31 - 1:34:43 (01:11)
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Qasem Soleimani was publicly humble, often refusing to let people kiss his hand, and frequently honored soldiers who died under his command. However, his online presence, particularly on Instagram, contradicted this image. The government of Iran also played a significant role in building a cult of personality around him.
ChapterThe Cult of Martyrdom Surrounding Qasem Soleimani
EpisodeQassem Soleimani and the Bastardful History of U.S. / Iran Relations
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The assassination of Qasem Soleimani has caused an uproar in the Middle East, raising questions about the motives and potential consequences of the United States' action.
1:34:43 - 1:39:14 (04:31)
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The assassination of Qasem Soleimani has caused an uproar in the Middle East, raising questions about the motives and potential consequences of the United States' action. There are speculations that his assassination was a set-up to provoke the US to do something controversial that would turn him into a martyr for Iran’s resistance against the US.