Masoud Pezeshkian

Iran president says Tehran must address people's issues or 'we will end up in hell'

Shopkeepers, students, and Iranians from all segments of society have taken to the streets as Iran’s rial has lost nearly half its value against the dollar in 2025.

A PERSON walks past a sign at a currency exchange, as the value of the Iranian Rial drops, in Tehran, Iran, December 30, 2025.
RUSSIA’S PRESIDENT Vladimir Putin meets with Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Tianjin, China, last month. The bilateral partnership creates uncertainty for neighboring countries, the writer cautions.

Putin speaks with Iran president on nuclear program, Kremlin says

(L) An Iranian protester sits on a road, blocking Iranian authorities during a mass protests in Tehran, (R) man standing in front of a convoy of tanks in the Avenue of Eternal Peace in Beijing, China, June 5, 1989.

Is Iran’s Tiananmen moment a sign bazaar protests will topple the regime? - analysis

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during an interview in Tehran, Iran, August 28, 2025.

Iran's President Pezeshkian: 'We are in full-fledged war with America, Israel, and Europe'


Pezeshkian the fall guy: Could Iran impeach its president? - analysis

In extreme cases, a president can be removed, but only with the backing of the judiciary and, ultimately, the approval of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks with Fox News Channel's Martha MacCallum during an interview on September 25, 2025, in New York City.

Iran arranges diplomatic visit to Abraham Accords member Kazakhstan

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian's trip is part of a broader Iranian outreach to countries in Central Asia, including Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev

Iran’s president calls relocating capital 'unavoidable' amid overcrowding and water shortages

The government has identified the underdeveloped Makran region in southeastern Iran as a possible new capital. No timeline for the move has been announced. 

An Israeli man walks past a new graffiti of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following the 12 days war between Israel and Iran, in Tel Aviv, Israel July 8, 2025

Islamic Regime would collapse if Khamenei harmed, Iran's President Pezeshkian warns

“There would be no need for Israel to intervene,” Pezeshkian said, urging rival factions to avoid polarization and “stand firmly behind him.”

An Israeli man walks past a new graffiti of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following the 12 days war between Israel and Iran, in Tel Aviv, Israel July 8, 2025

Thirsty nation: How water mismanagement could topple Iran's leadership - analysis

Tehran's dams are failing due to decades of human error, not just climate change. The deepening water crisis risks nationwide protests, fueling opposition plans for a new government.

A youth drinks water from a fountain in Mellat Park, as the Iran faces sever water shortages, in Tehran on November 9, 2025. Iran was laying plans on November 8, 2025, to cut off water supplies periodically to Tehran's 10-million-strong population as it battles its worst drought in many decades.

Israel has limited time to act against Iranian regime, senior official warns

A senior Israeli official suggests the need to act before Trump's presidency concludes, as tensions rise over Iran's nuclear and missile programs.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei attends a meeting with students in Tehran, Iran, November 3, 2025

Iran will rebuild its nuclear facilities 'with greater power', president says

Iran's nuclear facilities were targeted in Operation Rising Lion in June, leaving them "obliterated" according to Yossi Cohen, former head of the Mossad.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian addresses the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at the U.N. headquarters in New York, U.S., September 24, 2025.

In major play for Middle East future, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey seek closer ties - analysis

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized that strengthening relations between Iran and Turkey has undoubtedly become "more important than ever."

 Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqhchi looks on during a press conference in Istanbul, Turkey, June 22, 2025.

Israel, Hamas not to participate in Gaza deal signing ceremony - report

“Hamas will not be involved in the signing process. Only mediators and American and Israeli officials will be present,” said Hussam Badran, a senior member of Hamas's political bureau.

Nitzan Alon shakes Qatari PM al-Thani's hand, reportedly after negotiations ended early Thursday morning.

Iran needs to move capital from Tehran due to water shortages, President Masoud Pezeshkian claims

President Pezeshkian said that Tehran's status as Iran's capital could change due to the city's water crisis and over-expansion.

An Iranian taxi driver splashes water on himself to cool down during the heat surge in Tehran, Iran July 21, 2024.

Israel praises UN snapback of sanctions against Iran for nuke violations

Israel’s Foreign Ministry praised the UN move to reinstate sanctions on Iran, calling it vital to stopping Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

An illustration of enforcing sanctions on Iran.