Rostam Qasemi
Former Oil Minister
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View Timeline →Reuters: Half of Iran's Oil Exports Controlled by the Revolutionary Guard
The IRGC has increased its control over Iran's oil exports to 50%, significantly impacting Tehran's revenue despite ongoing Western sanctions. This control allows the IRGC…
Qalibaf Says Iran No Longer Has Oil to Use Against 'Enemies'
Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, the Speaker of Iran's Parliament, stated that Iran no longer has the oil or market to threaten the world, highlighting the country's…
After 15 Years; Former Commander of the IRGC's Largest Economic Enterprise Returns to the Same Position
Abdolreza Abad has been appointed as the new commander of the Khatam al-Anbia Construction Headquarters, replacing Seyyed Hossein Hooshalsadat. This headquarters is the largest contractor…
Reading of the 30 trillion tomans report on 'oil violations' of Ahmadinejad's government in Parliament
The Iranian Parliament revealed over 30 trillion tomans in oil-related violations during Ahmadinejad's presidency, with several officials facing legal consequences. The Court of Audit has…
Second Defendant: The System Had Approved Babak Zanjani
In a recent court session regarding the Babak Zanjani case, the second defendant, Mehdi Shams, claimed that Zanjani had a prior friendship with the oil…
Rostam Qasemi: Iran Cannot Host European Tourists for Religious Reasons
Rostam Qasemi, a presidential candidate, stated that Iran cannot accept European tourists due to religious reasons and should focus on Islamic tourism instead. This statement…
After Baqai, Two More Members of Ahmadinejad's Government to Run for Presidency
Following Hamid Baqai's presidential candidacy announcement, two more former cabinet members of Ahmadinejad, Hajibabaei and Qasemi, are set to run. The new conservative group, 'Popular…
Former Central Bank Governor: Zanjani Had Closer Ties with the Oil Ministry
Former Central Bank Governor Mahmoud Bahmani claims that Babak Zanjani had closer ties with the Oil Ministry than with the Central Bank, amidst ongoing political…
Rouhani's Deputy Dismisses Ahmadinejad's Oil Minister as Advisor
Es'hagh Jahangiri has dismissed Rostam Qasemi, former Oil Minister under Ahmadinejad, amid tensions over new oil contracts. The dismissal has sparked backlash from principlist media,…
Zanjani's Billion-Toman Bribe for 'Fictitious Settlement' with Oil Company
Babak Zanjani's trial revealed that he allegedly bribed a former legal advisor of the oil company for a fictitious debt settlement involving a property transaction…
A List of Iranian Individuals and Entities to be Removed from Sanctions
The comprehensive nuclear agreement has led to the lifting of sanctions against numerous Iranian individuals and entities, primarily linked to nuclear activities. Key figures such…
Indian Delegation to Visit Iran for Investment Negotiations
An Indian delegation is set to visit Iran to discuss investment opportunities in the energy sector, particularly in oil and gas, ahead of crucial nuclear…
An Iranian Delegation Meets Bashar al-Assad in Damascus
An Iranian delegation led by Rostam Qasemi met with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to discuss strengthening economic cooperation amid ongoing civil war challenges. The meeting…