Saeed Jalili
سعید جلیلی
Senior politician / former nuclear negotiator
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A parliament member claims that hardliners are attempting to undermine the current government by accusing it of disobedience to the Supreme Leader. This includes spreading…
Khamenei's MoU stance stirs debate as Iran and US meet in Switzerland
Supreme Leader Khamenei's position on the memorandum of understanding (MoU) is generating debate as Iranian and US officials meet in Switzerland on June 21, 2026.…
2nd night of mourning month of Muharram in Tajrish Sq, Tehran
The second night of Muharram, a significant mourning month in Islam, was observed in Tajrish Square, Tehran. This event highlights ongoing religious and cultural practices…
Hard Data and Political Breakdown Inside Tehran's Power Struggle
State-affiliated economists in Tehran have revealed that an ongoing naval blockade has severely impacted Iranian oil exports, leading to a projected negative GDP growth rate…
Saeed Jalili Likely to Replace Ghalibaf in Iran's Nuclear Negotiations Amid Political Fractures
Saeed Jalili, a veteran hardliner known for his criticism of Trump, is reportedly set to replace Ghalibaf on Iran's nuclear negotiating team, indicating increasing divisions…
Iran Update Special Report, April 20, 2026 | ISW
This report details an intra-regime debate in Iran regarding negotiations with the United States, with Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and IRGC Commander Major General…
Saeed Jalili's Office: Jalili's Pride is Not Bulletproof, It Has Only Been Upgraded
Saeed Jalili's office refuted claims made by former parliament member Jalal Rashidi Koocheh about Jalili's car being bulletproof. The clarification emphasizes that the vehicle was…
Saeed Jalili Announces Candidacy for Iranian Presidential Election
Saeed Jalili, a hardliner and representative of Ali Khamenei in the Supreme National Security Council, has announced his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election, marking…
Intense Smear Campaign Marks Critical Election for Iran's Presidency
In the lead-up to the runoff election in Iran, a heated smear campaign is taking place between moderate candidate Massoud Pezeshkian and ultraconservative Saeed Jalili.…
Election Defeat Sparks Infighting Among Iran's Hardliners
Infighting among Iran's hardliners has intensified following their electoral defeat to reformist-backed candidate Masoud Pezeshkian. Supporters of hardline figures Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf and Saeed Jalili are…
Ayatollah Mirbagheri Faces Criticism Amid Leadership Ambitions
Ayatollah Mohammad-Mehdi Mirbagheri, who supported ultra-hardliner Saeed Jalili in the recent snap elections, is facing criticism for his extreme views, potentially linked to his ambitions…
UK Imposes Sanctions on IRGC Quds Force Unit Supplying Arms to Iran's Proxies
The UK has imposed new sanctions on three Iranian individuals and the IRGC Quds Force's Unit 700, which is involved in supplying arms to Iran's…
Evaluating Masoud Pezeshkian's Claim to Moderation in Iran's Political Landscape
Members of Iran's Reform Front are promoting Masoud Pezeshkian as a moderate candidate in the presidential race against Saeed Jalili. The article questions whether Pezeshkian…
Iranian Candidates Debate Impact of Potential Fuel Price Increases
The debate over potential fuel price hikes has emerged as a key issue in the electoral discussions between pro-reform candidate Masoud Pezeshkian and ultra-hardliner Saeed…
Saeed Jalili Meets President-Elect Masoud Pezeshkian After Election Loss
Saeed Jalili, a defeated presidential candidate in Iran, met with president-elect Masoud Pezeshkian shortly after the election results were announced. This meeting indicates Jalili's intention…
Mislabeling Pezeshkian: Understanding Iran's New President Beyond Western Labels
Masoud Pezeshkian won Iran's presidential election against Saeed Jalili, but Western media has inaccurately labeled him as a 'reformist' and 'moderate.' This misrepresentation raises questions…
Divisions Over Succession Highlighted by Hardliners' Defeat in Iran Election
In Iran's recent presidential election, hardline candidate Saeed Jalili was defeated, leading to allegations from his rivals that he and his allies aimed to position…
Iran Hardliners Refuse to Accept Presidential Election Loss
Following the presidential runoff in Iran, ultraconservative candidate Saeed Jalili and his supporters are in denial about their electoral defeat, asserting their role as the…
Conservative Politicians Distance Themselves from Iran's Radicals Following Election Defeat
After ultraconservative candidate Saeed Jalili's defeat in the July presidential election, his allies are facing increasing isolation in Iranian politics and the parliament. This shift…
Ultraconservative Society of Revolutionary Clerics Emerges in Iran's Political Landscape
A new ultraconservative political party, the Society of Revolutionary Clerics, has emerged in Iran, positioning itself further to the right than Saeed Jalili, a prominent…