Unraveling the Enigma: Who is Iran's Powerful Speaker Ghalibaf?

Explore the story behind Iran's second-most powerful politician, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, as rumors swirl about potential US-Iran talks. Understand his rise to prominence and his complex role in the Iranian government.
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of Iran's Parliament, has become a central figure in the ongoing geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran. As rumors circulate about potential talks between the two countries, Ghalibaf's role and influence in the Iranian government have come under intense scrutiny.
Ghalibaf, a former Revolutionary Guard commander and mayor of Tehran, has emerged as the second-most powerful politician in Iran, behind only Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. His rise to power has been marked by a complex and often controversial political career, which has included allegations of human rights abuses and a failed presidential bid.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: Al Jazeera


