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Attorney General: We Have Sent the List of Dual Nationals to the Ministry of Intelligence

Jan 28, 2026 January 28, 2026 2 min read 📰 Radio Farda
📋 Key Takeaway

Iran's Attorney General has sent a list of over ten dual nationals in managerial positions to the Ministry of Intelligence amid ongoing debates about their employment in government roles. This issue has drawn criticism from conservative figures against the Rouhani administration, highlighting tensions over governance and national loyalty.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The Iranian Attorney General's actions highlight ongoing tensions over governance and national loyalty amid criticism of the previous administration.

👥 Key Players

Mohammad Jafar Montazeri MENTIONED
Attorney General of Iran
"As the Attorney General, Montazeri plays a key role in legal matters and government accountability in Iran, particularly regarding issues of national loyalty."
Mahmoud Alavi MENTIONED
Minister of Intelligence of Iran
"Alavi oversees intelligence operations and national security, making his stance on dual nationals significant for government policy."
Hassan Rouhani MENTIONED
Former President of Iran
"Rouhani's administration has faced criticism regarding governance and the employment of dual nationals, reflecting broader political tensions."
Jamshid Ansari MENTIONED
Head of the Administrative and Recruitment Organization
"Ansari's statements on employment law highlight the legal framework regarding dual nationals in government positions."

📰 What Happened

The Attorney General of Iran announced that a list of over ten dual nationals in managerial positions has been sent to the Ministry of Intelligence, amidst ongoing debates about their employment in government roles. This follows criticism from conservative factions against the Rouhani administration.

  • Montazeri claims to have received a credible list of dual nationals.
  • The Iranian parliament is investigating the employment of dual nationals and green card holders.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: This issue raises questions about national loyalty and governance, reflecting internal divisions within the Iranian political system.
🌍 Regional: The debate over dual nationals could influence regional perceptions of Iran's stability and governance.
🌐 International: Internationally, this issue may affect Iran's diplomatic relations, particularly with countries of origin for the dual nationals.

📚 Background

In Iran, the employment of dual nationals in government roles is contentious, with concerns about loyalty to the state. This reflects broader issues of governance and political accountability.

Iranian political dynamics Dual nationality and national security
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
The information comes from ISNA, a state-affiliated news agency, which may reflect the government's perspective on the issue.

Continuing the debate over the presence of dual nationals in managerial positions, and after the Minister of Intelligence of Iran denied the existence of dual national managers once again on Wednesday, Mohammad Jafar Montazeri, the Attorney General of Iran, stated that a list of dual national managers has been sent to the Ministry of Intelligence. According to ISNA news agency, Montazeri announced, 'We sent the list of dual nationals' names to the Ministry of Intelligence on Monday morning of this week.' The Attorney General stated that the number of these individuals is more than 10 and expressed, 'One credible source provided us with a list of dual nationals and introduced individuals whom I requested the government to take action against.' Montazeri did not disclose the name of this 'credible source' that provided the list to the judiciary. The employment of dual nationals in 'executive and governmental centers' has recently become a point of criticism from the media and conservative figures against the government of Hassan Rouhani. In this context, two weeks ago, Montazeri criticized the Rouhani government for not dismissing dual national officials, according to him. In response, Mahmoud Alavi, the Minister of Intelligence of Iran, asked the Attorney General to 'kindly inform us if they have examples of these dual national managers so that the government can take action against them.' The Attorney General also stated on Wednesday, 'The Minister of Intelligence had announced that no list had reached us, following which we sent the list on Monday morning in the form of a classified letter, and we hope they will review it thoroughly and if they need any documentation, they should let us know so we can provide it to them for legal action.' Montazeri, however, clarified, 'This credible source emphasized that the names are documented and credible, but I have not seen the documents myself.' Jamshid Ansari, the head of the Administrative and Recruitment Organization of the country, also stated on February 18 that according to the country’s employment law, dual nationals cannot naturally be employed in government agencies. The Iranian parliament voted in November this year on a plan to investigate 'senior dual nationals and green card holders.'

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