Masoud Pezeshkian

Iran tells COP31 it wants compensation for environmental damage from US-Israeli strikes

Iran's President Pezeshkian demanded compensation for environmental damage caused by US and IDF operations, arguing that wartime destruction must be addressed in global climate commitments.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during the UN Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya, Turkey, November 11, 2026.
People ride past an anti-US billboard depicting US President Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz, in Tehran, Iran, May 25, 2026

US, Iran more likely to reach deal to end war than two months ago, ex-Mossad official tells 'Post'

A satellite view shows vehicles at an entrance to Pickaxe Mountain tunnels, of the Natanz nuclear facility, near Natanz, Iran, June 21, 2026.

Iran's political, religious leaders shift stance to support nuclear weapons as war looms - report

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Russian President Vladimir Putin attend a meeting in Turkmenbashi, Turkmenistan, October 8, 2026.

Putin to meet Iran's Pezeshkian, Emir of Qatar on Tuesday in Moscow, Kremlin says


Regional countries hold behind-the-scenes talks with Iranian officials, push for dialogue with US

Officials from the four countries are trying to persuade the Iranians to begin discussions with the Americans.

Smoke rises following airstrikes in a central area of Tehran on March 6, 2026.

From 'Republic' to 'Kingship': Mojtaba Khamenei's rise shatters facade of 'moderate' Iran

Mojtaba Khamenei's ascension to Iran's supreme leader exposes the regime's vulnerabilities and shifts power towards the IRGC. Experts argue his rise marks the collapse of Iran's republican facade.

A woman holds a placard with an image of Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei alongside late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on the day of a gathering to support Mojtaba Khamenei, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 9, 2026.

Iranian President Pezeshkian pledges investigation of drone incident to Azerbaijan leader

Iran’s president denies involvement in drone attacks on Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan exclave, pledging an investigation as tensions rise between the two nations.

Smoke rises following a drone explosion at the airport of Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video released March 5, 2026.

'Enemies of Islam will regret it': Military, IRGC back Mojtaba Khamenei's accession amid oil surge

Iran’s appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei as supreme leader sees widespread military loyalty, while oil prices surge amid fears of prolonged disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz.

A picture of Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is displayed on a screen in Tehran, March 9, 2026.

Iranian regime isn’t as divided as it seems, experts tell ‘Post’

Iran has sometimes played up differences between hardliners and moderates as a negotiating tactic with the West, but the dispute over Pezeshkian's statement on Saturday revealed genuine divisions.

Iranians take part in a demonstration against the United States and Israel following Friday prayers on March 6, 2026 in Tehran, Iran.

Trump mocks Iranian de-escalation efforts, warns of ‘complete destruction’

Trump's remarks follow Iran's apology to neighbouring countries and promise to suspend attacks unless attacked.

US President Donald Trump - Operation Epic Fury. March 2, 2026.

Qatar 'categorically rejects' Iranian claims that Doha was not targeted by missiles

Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs stated that “evidence on the ground” disproved the Iranian claim and decried the strikes as a “flagrant violation” of Qatar’s sovereignty.

Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani addresses a press conference following Israeli strikes in Doha on September 9, 2025.

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?

 Iran's security chief Ali Larijani attends a ceremony by the Lebanese Shiite movement Hezbollah marking the first anniversary of Israel's assassination of their longtime leader Hassan Nasrallah, in Beirut's southern suburbs on September 27, 2025.

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.

A WOMAN holds a placard with a picture of Reza Pahlavi as people gather outside the Iranian Embassy in London after Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed.

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.

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