Masoud Pezeshkian
Masoud Pezeshkian is the president-elect of the Islamic Republic of Iran, elected following the death of his predecessor, Ebrahim Raisi, in a helicopter crash.
Pezeshkian is considered a reformist and has been a politician for decades. He is set to be inaugurated on July 30.
Iran denies requesting meeting with US, state media reports
US President Donald Trump's Middle East Envoy Steve Witkoff said he would meet with Iranian diplomats "next week or so."
Iran's president accuses Israel of assassination attempt, says Tehran open to dialogue with US
WATCH: Tucker Carlson announces upcoming interview with Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian
Iran FM Abbas Araghchi, China's ambassador discuss 25-year deal
Why Iran’s outreach to Egypt matters: Gaza border, peace with Israel, and nuclear concerns
Any Iranian involvement in Egypt will be of concern to Israel.
Iran pushes for warmer diplomatic relations with Azerbaijan with Pezeshkian visit
Iran is aiming to do more outreach in the South Caucasus, with Pezeshkian noting that there is "good opportunities and grounds for cooperation" with Baku.
Tehran in trouble: Deadly port explosion leaves Iran in a bind - analysis
While Tehran could use the disaster to gain international sympathy, it also means that the Islamic Republic must investigate its own failings, which could reveal weaknesses.
Why is Iran denying military cargo caused deadly port explosion? - analysis
A blast at Shahid Rajaee Port in Iran killed 28 and injured 800. Officials deny military cargo involvement and are working to manage the crisis.
Putin ratifies Russia-Iran agreement to strengthen military, diplomatic ties
The Kremlin chief signed the agreement with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in January.
Putin poised to facilitate Iran-US nuclear talks, report says
The report came amid suggestion that Russia had sent officials to Iran during the 15-month war between Hamas and Israel.
Mismanagement and plunging rial spur Iran to remove economy minister
The dismissal comes just six months after President Masoud Pezeshkian’s government took office, intensifying the debate over the nation’s deepening economic crisis.
Iran's president shifts position on nuclear talks after supreme leader's directive - analysis
Iranian state media said that Iran’s “president acknowledges he shifted position on negotiating with the US to match [Supreme] Leader’s stance.”
Javad Zarif, the 'nice face of Iran,' resigns as VP amid Tehran's anti-West shift
Zarif had already been at the center of controversies in Iran because some politicians had critiqued him over the last several months.
President Pezeshkian of Iran is culturally oppressed - opinion
The cultural week is a great opportunity to learn about the local culture, which harmoniously blends Azerbaijani and Persian traditions, offering a special experience.
Khamenei urges Iran to expand missile program amid renewed Trump pressure
"Today, our defensive power is well-known. Our enemies are afraid of this. This is very important for our country," Khamenei said.
