In the Following Reaction: 2 Al (S) + 3 I₂ $\rightarrow$

In the following reaction: 2 Al (s) + 3 I₂ (s) $\rightarrow$ 2 AlI₃ (s) which species is the oxidizing agent?

A) Al
B) AlI₃
C) I₂
D) none of the species