Masoud Pezeshkian

Iran 'will stand firm against any pressure or threat,' Pezeshkian warns in reaction to Trump

Iran "will stand firm against any pressure or threat," Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during an interview with the state TV, amid protests, in Tehran, Iran in this screengrab obtained from a video released on January 11, 2026.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks on the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran, in February.

Iran's Pezeshkian said to offer resignation to Khamenei over growing IRGC influence - report

An Iranian woman, Boshra, shows her mobile phone, after a nationwide internet shutdown since January 8, 2026, following Iran's protests, in Tehran, Iran, January 24, 2026.

Iran orders internet restored after 87-day wartime blackout cuts off millions - report

Vessels are anchored off the coast of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates on May 21, 2026; illustrative.

Iran has legal right to manage Strait of Hormuz, supreme leader's military advisor says


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 Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqaee speaks during a press conference in Tehran, Iran, October 21, 2024.

Iran's president accuses Israel of assassination attempt, says Tehran open to dialogue with US

Pezeshkian blamed Israel for the collapse of talks that were in place when Israel began its strikes on Iran on June 13, starting a 12-day air war with Israel.

 Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during a meeting in Ilam, Iran, June 12, 2025.

WATCH: Tucker Carlson announces upcoming interview with Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian

Tucker Carlson announced that he did the interview despite the expected backlash so that the American people have access "to all of the information they can gather about matters that affect them."

 Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian and American political commentator Tucker Carlson.

Iran FM Abbas Araghchi, China's ambassador discuss 25-year deal

The two officials spoke about developing relations and mutual understanding in implementing the agreement, which is several years old.

 Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks to the media at the UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 25, 2024

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.

 Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty meets Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, in Cairo, Egypt, June 2, 2025.

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.

 Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev shakes hands with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during a meeting in Baku, Azerbaijan April 28, 2025.

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.

People walk after an explosion at the Shahid Rajaee port in Bandar Abbas, Iran, April 26, 2025

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.

People walk after an explosion at the Shahid Rajaee port in Bandar Abbas, Iran, April 26, 2025

Putin ratifies Russia-Iran agreement to strengthen military, diplomatic ties

The Kremlin chief signed the agreement with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in January.

 An illustrative images depicts Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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.

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