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Political assassinations were once unthinkable. Why the US killing of Soleimani sets a worrying precedent

Author: Ben Rich, Senior lecturer in International Relations and Security Studies, Curtin University

The assassination of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani has sparked protests in a number of countries – both Muslim and non-Muslim.RAHAT DAR/EPA

Since the US assassination of Iranian general Qassem Soleimani, the immediate crisis appears to have dissipated. However, the wider ramifications pose a worrying precedent for international affairs.

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Political assassinations were once unthinkable. Why the US killing of Soleimani sets a worrying precedent

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