Iran leaders move to sack Foreign Minister over Revolutionary Guard orders report sparks power struggle

Published on 1 May 2026

Parliament and President back removal over guard directives

Tensions inside Iran’s administration are escalating, with President Masoud Pezeshkian and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf reportedly seeking to dismiss Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. They allege he has bypassed civilian leadership and taken directions from Revolutionary Guard commander Ahmad Vahidi, intensifying a widening power struggle.

President and Parliament Speaker reportedly want Abbas Araghchi removed
Allegations center on bypassing civilian authority and command lines
Accusations point to Revolutionary Guard influence in foreign policy

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Iran leaders move to sack Foreign Minister over Revolutionary Guard orders report sparks power struggle

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