Masoud Pezeshkian

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated communication with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is 'very difficult' following reports of Khamenei's wounding in a US-Israeli strike that killed his father. Pezeshkian defended Khamenei against speculation about his absence from public view.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in a darkened car at a secret location in Tehran but did not see him. The encounter involved Pezeshkian being taken to the site without visual confirmation of Khamenei's presence.

Pakistan and Iran agreed to keep border crossings open 24/7 to boost trade, aiming for a $10 billion bilateral trade target. They also plan to enhance cooperation in mining and streamline customs procedures.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Iran will support any initiative or decision by Palestinian leaders in ongoing indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel. The announcement was made during a call with Hamas political bureau chief.

Iran’s political factions are using Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s authority to attack opponents and consolidate power, despite uncertainty over his active governance. Conflicting reports from Iran International allege President Masoud Pezeshkian threatened to resign and had a brief, ambiguous meeting with Khamenei, which Pezeshkian’s office denies. Experts describe the situation as a power struggle within an 'oligarchic mafia system' driven by economic and political interests.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran will defend its borders but is not seeking to escalate the war. He emphasized building a society that is resilient to external threats.

US President Donald Trump announced new negotiations with Iran to address the Strait of Hormuz and denuclearization, following a decision to halt a planned attack. Iran is nearing a deal with Oman for an alternative route through the strait, while oil prices dropped amid the developments. The conflict, ongoing since February, has seen previous ceasefire attempts fail, with both sides engaging in ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that the June 2026 memorandum of understanding with the US will be central to Iran’s future foreign relations. He emphasized the need for the US to remain committed to the agreement, claiming it will enhance security for Iran, the region, and allies.

Iran’s leaders are united in maintaining a tough stance in the war but divided on the end goal, with hardliners seeking total victory and others favoring negotiated deals. A failed April ceasefire with the U.S. and renewed strikes have intensified tensions, while the new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, remains in hiding and his stance is unclear.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian marked two years in office by recalling the assassination of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran on 31 July 2024, which occurred hours after Haniyeh attended Pezeshkian's inauguration. Pezeshkian attributed his administration's challenges to 'relentless hostility' including wars and a foreign-backed coup attempt, praising Iranians as 'real heroes' for their resilience.

Turkey urges Iran to cease attacks on Kurdish groups, fearing closer ties between Kurdish opposition and Israel. The move aims to protect Turkey's peace process with the PKK. Recent diplomatic exchanges between Turkey and Iran discussed concerns over Iranian military actions in Iraq and Iran, which could destabilize regional efforts to reintegrate former PKK militants.

The United States and Iran are engaged in a conflict over control of the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran securing de facto control to influence global oil prices and pressure the US economy. A recent agreement between President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian granted Iran authority to manage safe passage for commercial vessels, but the US challenged this by establishing an alternative shipping route, escalating tensions.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the rapid reconstruction of infrastructure damaged in US attacks. He emphasized that completing rail networks with neighboring countries could enhance economic resilience and maximize Iran's geopolitical capacities.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for strengthening Pakistan-Iran relations and promoting unity among Muslim countries during a ceremony where Pakistan's new ambassador, Imran Ahmed Siddiqui, presented his credentials. He acknowledged Pakistan's efforts to facilitate dialogue between Iran and the United States and expressed confidence in growing bilateral ties.

Iran and Pakistan held meetings to discuss de-escalation efforts amid ongoing US-Iran tensions in the Gulf and Middle East. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed a tough stance toward Iran but left room for diplomatic resolution. Regional conflicts, including Iranian attacks on US bases and Houthi blockades in the Red Sea, raise concerns of further escalation.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that interaction with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is increasing daily. Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen in public since an airstrike killed his father and predecessor, Ali Khamenei, at the start of the Iran war.

Iran’s interior minister, Eskandar Momeni, met with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to revive a collapsed US-Iran ceasefire. The visit coincides with renewed hostilities between the US and Iran, including strikes and blockades, as well as new conflicts involving Yemen’s Houthi rebels and Saudi Arabia.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that his communication with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is increasing daily, according to state media reports.

Iran targeted US radar and air defense installations in the Gulf and stopped two oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions as the US conducted its 10th consecutive day of strikes against Iranian military assets. The US claims its attacks degrade Iran's capability to disrupt commercial shipping through the strait, while Iran warns of further drone and missile strikes against US assets.

Iran's president declared a 'full-scale war' with the United States as Washington expanded strikes across Iran and Tehran attacked Gulf states. President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Iran should accept the consequences of resistance.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian declared a 'full-scale war' with the United States as Washington expanded strikes across Iran and Tehran targeted Gulf states. He stated that Iran must accept the 'natural consequences of this resistance'.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian responded to Trump's claim that the US destroyed most of Iran's military capabilities, questioning the US's achievements and vowing to defend Iran's homeland. He emphasized Iran's resolve to protect its territory.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged Iran and other Middle East parties to avoid actions that could undermine recent peace gains following escalating tensions between the US and Iran. He emphasized restraint and upheld the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding to promote regional stability, while Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian thanked Pakistan for its diplomatic support.

Iran's president and central bank chief informed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei that the U.S. naval blockade is severely damaging Iran's economy, with dire warnings about budget crises and shortages. Officials were divided on signing a memorandum of understanding to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, leading to Khamenei's conditional approval. The U.S. is considering reimposing the blockade, which could further disrupt Iranian oil sales and escalate tensions.

Khamenei's body arrives in Mashhad for burial after a week of processions, with an eight-hour delay attributed to crowds amid US air strikes disrupting railways. The funeral included stops in Iraq, and mourners in Mashhad displayed anti-American slogans.

The United States and Iran exchanged strikes, with the U.S. targeting Iranian missile and drone sites and Iran retaliating against U.S. bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. Iran reported 14 deaths and 78 injuries from U.S. strikes, while U.S. and regional forces shot down missiles and drones. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi were attacked by hard-line supporters during a funeral procession. President Trump indicated potential de-escalation after Iran reportedly sought a deal.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) partially halts the US-Zionist war on Iran, addressing immediate pressures but not resolving long-standing conflicts. The war's economic and strategic impacts, including a Strait of Hormuz blockade affecting global oil, gas, and food supplies, have forced a shift in the Gulf's strategic landscape.

Funeral prayers for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began in Najaf, Iraq, with thousands of mourners. His body arrived in Najaf alongside Iranian officials and will later move to Karbala before returning to Iran. Tensions between the U.S. and Iran persist amid ongoing strikes in the Persian Gulf.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has left Iraq for Iran following US strikes targeting several areas south of the country. The attacks caused material damages and injured some people.

Iran's top officials and brothers of the new supreme leader attended funeral prayers for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, while the new leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, remained in hiding after being wounded in an airstrike. The funeral saw large crowds chanting anti-American and anti-Israel slogans, with calls for revenge over the attack that killed Khamenei and triggered a war. U.S. negotiations with Iran to end the conflict are on hold until after the burial.

Iran's top officials and family members of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei attended funeral prayers in Tehran, signaling a shift in public confidence amid ongoing tensions. The event included calls for the killing of U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli leaders, while Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, remained in hiding after being wounded in an airstrike.

Funeral ceremonies for Ali Khamenei continued in Tehran, with senior officials including President Masoud Pezeshkian and parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf attending prayers led by Jafar Sobhani. Khamenei’s coffin was displayed alongside four relatives killed in 28 February strikes by US and Israel, with over 10 million expected to participate in the events.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian criticized the international community's failure to prevent Israeli attacks in the Middle East, blaming the inaction for regional instability. He emphasized the need for stronger Islamic unity and cooperation among Muslim nations during a ceremony commemorating the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian paid respects before the remains of Ali Khamenei, accompanied by government officials including Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. State television broadcast footage of the visit, showing Pezeshkian praying at the coffin.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian defended Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei against claims that he did not approve the US memorandum of understanding. Pezeshkian stated that if Khamenei had prohibited negotiations, Iran would have complied, following controversy over Khamenei's 'different view' on the agreement.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian announced the easing of some financial and foreign-exchange restrictions in ongoing talks with the US, including continued oil exports. US President Donald Trump described the negotiations as 'very good' and noted Iran's progress, while emphasizing Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discussed developments in West Asia and the need for de-escalation. Modi emphasized freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and reaffirmed India's commitment to resolving disputes through dialogue and diplomacy. Pezeshkian invited Modi to attend the funeral of the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Israel's 'kill first' strategy is now directed at Turkey, raising questions about regional responses. The US administration has signed two contradictory deals to end its war on Iran, while Israel has regained influence in Lebanon with the Lebanese government's cooperation, ceding sovereignty and legal redress for Israel's war crimes. A recent agreement allows Israeli forces indefinite occupation of southern Lebanon.

U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Qatar for talks with mediators about implementing a deal to end the war in Iran, though direct negotiations with Iranian diplomats are not planned. The discussions follow recent clashes over the Strait of Hormuz and involve efforts to release frozen Iranian assets and reopen shipping lanes.

US and Iranian officials are engaging in indirect talks in Qatar mediated by third parties, complicating efforts to resolve the conflict and secure the Strait of Hormuz. Iran seeks control of the strait, with Oman proposing a joint fee plan, while internal divisions emerge between military hardliners and civilian leaders like President Masoud Pezeshkian, who prioritize unfreezing assets.