Mehrdad Akhlaghi undergoes parliamentary review for defense minister role

The National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of the Iranian Parliament held a four-hour session to review the programs and background of Mehrdad Akhlaghi, the nominee for Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics.

During the meeting, commission members examined Akhlaghi’s written proposal, which focuses on a comprehensive transformation and reconstruction of defense, military, and law enforcement support sectors. Questions from the commission specifically addressed his qualifications and his proposed strategies in light of current wartime conditions. The commission will announce its final decision regarding his appointment after summarizing the discussions.