Will Pezeshkian's next resignation be accepted? Report claims 'ultimatum' by Khamenei
Israeli media reports that Iran's Supreme Leader has issued an ultimatum to President Pezeshkian, stating that any future resignation offers will be accepted. Iranian officials have denied these claims, which suggest a consolidation of power by the IRGC regarding foreign policy and strategic decision-making.
Why it matters
The internal political stability of Iran and its decision-making hierarchy are critical factors in regional security and international relations with the West.
Iran is facing fresh political tensions after Israeli media claimed that Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a "final ultimatum" to President Masoud Pezeshkian, warning that any future resignation would be accepted.The report has been strongly denied by Iranian officials and triggered political backlash.According to Israeli broadcaster Channel 14, citing sources familiar with developments in Tehran, Khamenei has told Pezeshkian that if he offers to resign again, the resignation will be accepted. The report claimed this effectively removes one of the president's main political pressure tactics.Pezeshkian had reportedly threatened to resign several times during disagreements with Iran's leadership over policy.
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