Pezeshkian, Ghalibaf look to fire FM Araghchi: ‘Israeli’ media
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- Report claims Iranian leaders disagree over Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi’s conduct.
- Allegations cite tensions between civilian government and IRGC-linked figures.
An ‘Israeli’ newspaper reported on Thursday that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Speaker of Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf have expressed dissatisfaction with the management of diplomatic affairs by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, amid claims of internal political tensions in Tehran.
According to the report published by the Jerusalem Post, unnamed sources said there are growing calls within parts of Iran’s leadership structure to consider Araghchi’s dismissal over his handling of foreign policy files.
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The report claimed that Pezeshkian and Ghalibaf believe Araghchi is acting in coordination with IRGC-linked figure Ahmad Vahidi, rather than strictly following government policy directives.
It further alleged that Araghchi’s diplomatic moves were being made without full oversight from the president, though these claims have not been independently verified.
The newspaper also cited sources claiming that internal disagreements within Iran’s negotiating delegation contributed to disruptions during recent talks, including a reported withdrawal from discussions on April 12.
It said one point of contention involved debates over Iran’s regional alliances, including support for groups within what Iran refers to as the “Axis of Resistance,” though the specifics of those discussions remain unconfirmed.
The report also referenced comments attributed to US Vice President JD Vance, who allegedly told Fox News that Washington assessed Iran’s negotiating team as unable to make final decisions without approval from higher authority in Tehran.
The claims reported by the Jerusalem Post have not been independently confirmed by Iranian officials, and Tehran has not publicly commented on any alleged leadership dispute involving Araghchi.
