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Did Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian Resign Over an IRGC Takeover of His Government?

Amid US-Iran ceasefire talks, reports claim Iran's leadership faces internal power struggles, with allegations of an IRGC takeover. Iranian officials deny these claims, emphasising political stability.

International Business Times UK · Jun 1

Iran president Pezeshkian submits resignation letter to supreme leader over IRGC control, says report; official rejects claim

Reports emerged of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian submitting a resignation letter, citing exclusion from decision-making and IRGC control. He reportedly stated an inability to govern effectively under these circumstances. However, an official from the president's office dismissed these claims as baseless rumors and wishful thinking from foreign networks.

The Times of India · May 31

Reconnected? Iranians say only 'drip-feed' internet has returned after three-month shutdown

After almost three months of being cut off from the world, internet access was partially restored in Iran starting on Tuesday. While some rejoice at finally being reconnected and able to check in on their loved ones, many complain about the persistent slowness in connectivity and doubt a complete restoration…

France 24 · May 28

Mojtaba Khamenei sidelined, IRGC in command - Is Iran going the Pakistan way or will it be something worse?

Iran may be edging toward Pakistan's model of power concentration: A system where elected leaders remain in office, but the military-security establishment holds the real levers of authority.

The Times of India · May 26

Why is the Iran deal still stuck? Hormuz, uranium, US blockade and the unresolved fault lines

Intense diplomatic efforts are underway to secure an agreement between the US and Iran, aiming to end the Middle East conflict, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and ease energy market pressures. Despite claims of progress, significant disagreements persist over uranium enrichment, sanctions relief, and regional influence, leaving a final deal…

The Times of India · May 25

Iran "not seeking nuclear weapons," says President Pezeshkian amid peace talks

According to state media Press TV, the President made these remarks during his visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB). Pezeshkian said the Islamic Republic remains open to providing assurances that its nuclear programme is strictly peaceful in nature.

The Economic Times · May 24

Trump gives Tehran new warning on nuclear weapons as US and Iran edge towards peace deal

US says ‘significant progress’ made towards peace – but Trump stressed on Sunday that Tehran ‘must understand’ it cannot have a nuclear weapon

The Independent UK · May 24

Tehran's tiered internet leaves most Iranians in the dark 82 days on

Iran's 82-day internet blackout has created a multi-tiered system, granting officials and businesses some access while ordinary citizens pay up to 12 times as much for VPNs, Iranians back home told Euronews.

Euronews · May 20

‘There won’t be anything left’: Trump says ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran as nuclear talks stall

US President Donald Trump intensified pressure on Iran on Sunday as diplomatic efforts to end months of conflict in the Middle East appeared to edge closer to collapse. Trump issued a stark warning on social media following a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, signalling growing frustration over stalled…

The Times of India · May 17

Trump returns from China with little progress on reopening Hormuz

Iran says passage through the Strait of Hormuz will return to normal once security is restored. US President Donald Trump seeks to reopen the critical waterway after talks with China. Iran insists on maintaining control. Disruptions have caused oil prices to surge. The US has imposed sanctions on Iran's oil…

The Economic Times · May 16