Iran’s Vice-President Zarif resigns under hardliner pressure
Former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, a key figure in the 2015 nuclear deal, has reportedly resigned from President Masoud Pezeshkian's government due to pressure from hardliners. Zarif, who served as vice-president, has long been a target of hardliners and previously attempted to resign. It remains uncertain whether Pezeshkian has accepted his resignation this time.
This development signals a potential shift away from outreach to the West, especially as US sanctions intensify under President Trump. The resignation follows the impeachment of Economy and Finance Minister Abdolnasser Hemmati, who had indicated a willingness to engage in direct talks with the US. These events highlight the challenges faced by President Pezeshkian, who campaigned on a platform of easing sanctions through engagement with the West.
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Former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, a key figure in the 2015 nuclear deal, has reportedly resigned from President Masoud Pezeshkian's government due to pressure from hardliners. Zarif, who served as vice-president, has long been a target of hardliners and previously attempted to resign. It remains uncertain whether Pezeshkian has accepted his resignation this time.
This development signals a potential shift away from outreach to the West, especially as US sanctions intensify under President Trump. The resignation follows the impeachment of Economy and Finance Minister Abdolnasser Hemmati, who had indicated a willingness to engage in direct talks with the US. These events highlight the challenges faced by President Pezeshkian, who campaigned on a platform of easing sanctions through engagement with the West.
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