Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf

Iranian parliamentary stance on defense and diplomacy

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Latest: Iran's Parliament Speaker reacts to US midterm election results

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, has articulated a dual strategy of national defense and diplomatic negotiation. In late September 2026, Ghalibaf emphasized that defense and negotiation are no

US-Iran strategic and military tensions

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Latest: Iran military reports destruction of four tankers and MQ-9 drone

Tensions regarding the control of the Strait of Hormuz have intensified as the United States and Iran continue to dispute the status of the waterway. While the Iranian Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) has claimed the strait is

US-Iran conflict: Economic attrition and maritime standoff

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Latest: Iran faces deepening economic crisis amid inflation and corruption allegations

The U.S.-Iran conflict has evolved into a phase of intense economic attrition and maritime standoff. The Trump administration has shifted its strategy toward a massive economic campaign, utilizing the Treasury Department

US-Iran and regional Middle East conflict escalation

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Latest: Iran engages in diplomatic consultations with Russia and China amid regional tensions

The conflict involving the United States, Iran, and regional actors intensified in February 2026 when U.S. and Israeli forces launched joint attacks on Iranian nuclear installations. A Pakistan-mediated ceasefire on Apri

Trump approval ratings decline ahead of US midterm elections

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Latest: United States midterm elections face low Trump approval and security threats

President Trump’s approval ratings continue to face downward pressure as the November 3 midterm elections approach. Recent polling shows varying results: a New York Times/Siena College poll placed his approval at 36% wit

Iran-U.S. tensions escalate amid economic and military war

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Latest: Masoud Pezeshkian claims Mojtaba Khamenei granted mandate for US negotiations

Diplomatic and economic friction between Iran and the United States has intensified against the backdrop of a seven-month conflict involving Iran, the U.S., and Israel. President Masoud Pezeshkian has characterized the s

US-Iran military conflict and maritime standoff

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Latest: Iran warns US of unpredictable military response amid heightened tensions

Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated into a persistent conflict characterized by military buildup and maritime instability. Following US and Israeli strikes against Iran in February 2026, Iranian re

US-Iran Conflict: Military Strikes and Diplomatic Deadlock

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Latest: Oil prices rise following US military strikes in Iran

The US-Iran conflict has escalated into active military engagement. Following initial strikes in February 2026, the United States and Israel conducted ten consecutive nights of strikes against Iran. President Trump has m

Iran accelerates missile production and military readiness

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Latest: IRGC Spokesperson emphasizes unity of the Resistance Axis

Iran is rapidly reconstructing its ballistic-missile and drone production capabilities following extensive strikes by the United States and Israel. Despite damage to over 2,600 military and industrial sites, Tehran has s

Iranian defense and national security rhetoric

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Latest: Iran emphasizes non-combat defense strategies amid regional tensions

Iranian officials have emphasized the importance of national unity and military readiness as essential components of the country’s security. In Kermanshah, Governor Manouchehr Habibi highlighted Iran’s strategic role in

Iran nuclear policy and military escalation

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Latest: Iran denies talks on removing 60% enriched uranium

Tensions regarding Iran’s nuclear policy have escalated following US military strikes on September 2, 2026. While President Masoud Pezeshkian has denied seeking nuclear weapons, internal political divisions have deepened

US-Iran conflict and evolving mediation efforts

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Latest: Pakistan military expresses cautious optimism on Iran-US mediation

Diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran have faced significant setbacks. Iran has rejected a draft truce proposal presented by Qatari mediators, which had suggested a seve

Iran-US geopolitical tensions and rhetoric

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Latest: Iranian Imams call for elite involvement to strengthen national power

Iranian religious and political leaders have issued several warnings regarding geopolitical tensions and the influence of global powers, specifically targeting the United States. In early October, religious leaders in M

Strait of Hormuz: Escalating maritime attacks and sanctions

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Latest: Iran faces potential military tensions and internet disruptions

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have escalated into direct military confrontation following the rejection of a reopening plan by U.S. President Donald Trump. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has deployed nav

US economic and military pressure on Iran intensifies

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Latest: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claims economic isolation of Iran is successful

The U.S. has transitioned from military campaigns toward an economic ‘stranglehold’ designed to isolate Tehran. Through the Treasury Department’s ‘Operation Economic Outcast,’ the U.S. aims to ‘collapse networks that sus

Iran-China diplomacy and regional conflict mediation

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Latest: China calls for US-Iran negotiations and ceasefire

Diplomatic relations between Iran and China have been subject to scrutiny amid a broader military conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. Initially, the Office of the Special Representative of the Islamic

12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi

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Latest: New Delhi hosts 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum

The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, themed ‘Strengthening Parliaments for People-Centric Development’, concluded its two-day session on October 27 at the Samvidhan Sadan in New Delhi. Chaired by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birl

Iran-Russia energy cooperation expansion

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Latest: Iran's Acting Oil Minister visits Moscow for gas summit

Iran and Russia are advancing efforts to deepen energy ties, specifically regarding natural gas. Acting Petroleum Minister Hamid Bord announced that an agreement for the transfer of Russian gas to Iran is nearing finaliz

US-Iran conflict: Escalating strikes and maritime tension

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Latest: Iran reports two supertankers hit naval mines in Strait of Hormuz

The conflict between the United States and Iran has escalated into a multi-front war involving maritime blockades, drone warfare, and direct strikes on infrastructure. Following U.S. strikes on Iranian military sites, th

Iran military and technological security posture

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Latest: Iran's Chief of Staff calls for enhanced defense readiness and deterrence

Iranian leadership has issued warnings regarding regional investment and military readiness. Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned Middle Eastern governments and corporations against funding artificial intel

Majid Majidi award win at Busan International Film Festival

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Latest: Majid Majidi wins Best Film at Busan International Film Festival

Iranian filmmaker Majid Majidi won the Best Film award at the 31st Busan International Film Festival in South Korea for his drama, titled ‘Midday Meal’ or ‘Noon Food’. The film depicts a teacher facing social and economi

Iranian economic and internal security developments

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Latest: Iranian economic officials address liquidity trends and development needs

Iranian officials are focusing on internal economic resilience and structural development amid external pressures. Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf noted that following the failure of U.S. military pressure, a

Iran infrastructure and energy crises deepen

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Latest: Iran cement industry faces severe electricity and gas shortages

The electricity shortage that began in July 2024 has intensified through mid-2026 due to extreme heatwaves and repeated U.S. and Israeli strikes. These attacks have damaged over 2,000 transmission points, including the K

Iran regional security and diplomatic strategy

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Latest: Iran urged to pursue diplomacy with China and India to prevent conflict

Iranian officials have emphasized that regional security in the Middle East should be achieved through dialogue and mutual respect rather than through foreign military presence or coercion. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghch