Masoud Pezeshkian
Mojtaba Khamenei playing critical role in Iran's war strategy, US intelligence assesses - report
According to a CNN report citing multiple sources familiar with US intelligence assessments, Mojtaba Khamenei is playing a critical role in Iran's war strategy despite remaining in hiding.
Iran's Pezeshkian claims to have met with regime's missing supreme leader - report
Is Iran’s regime losing control? Khamenei rumors fuel command crisis, expert says
Pezeshkian, Ghalibaf look to fire FM Araghchi over allegiance to IRGC commander - report
Who is Ali Larijani, the Iranian official who may play a key role in Iran's future? - analysis
The absence of leadership is leading to questions about who might be the real decision maker in Tehran now. One name being mentioned is Ali Larijani. Who is Larijani, and why does he matter?
Iranians join British Jews to celebrate Khamenei's death in Golders Green street party
Videos from the massive street party show hundreds of local Jews and Iranian expatriates dancing to "Am Yisrael Chai," chanting Iranian protest songs, and waving Israeli and Iranian flags.
Temporary Leading Council begins work to replace Khamenei, Iran President Pezeshkian says - report
"In accordance with Article 111 of the Constitution, the Temporary Leadership Council has begun its work today," Pezeshkian said in the recorded statement.
How does Iran's theocratic system of power work? - explainer
The complexities of Iran's ruling system, the ideological nature of its support base, and the power of its Revolutionary Guards make it hard to predict what might come next.
Iranian VP takes over during wartime, raising questions about Pezeshkian's status - report
The Iranian reports did not explicitly mention President Masoud Pezeshkian's ability to carry out his political duties.
Iranian officials, including Khamenei, killed in Israeli strikes, Israeli sources say
Israeli officials informed of Khamenei's assasination • Netanyahu says objective to end Ayatollah's regime • Trump confirms US operation in Iran, tells IRGC to lay down arms
Iranians brace for the worst as Islamic Republic prepares for war with US - analysis
Outward appearances on the streets of Tehran have not changed, but there is internal anxiety.
Tucker Carlson 'totally wrong' about Christian mistreatment in Israel, NGO founder says - interview
Khalloul extended an invitation to the right-wing American commentator in early February, hoping to shed light on the true experience of Christians in Israel, but Carlson had failed to respond.
Iranian TV journalist signs off live broadcast saying 'death to Khamenei' in 'tongue-slip'
A TV reporter signed off on a live broadcast with “Marg bar Khamenei” (death to Khamenei) instead of one of the chants typically heard at one of the regime-backed rallies, such as "death to Israel."
'We are ashamed before the people': Iran’s president signals remorse after crackdown
“We are ashamed before the people. We are ready to hear the voice of the people," Iranian President Pezeshkian said in a speech during the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution.