According to a report by Fox News from 5:52, on Fri April 24, 2026, Deep political fractures have allegedly erupted within the Iranian government, as reports indicate that Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament and the lead negotiator for ceasefire talks with the United States, has been effectively removed from his position.
The development, which gained significant attention following commentary from U.S. media, points to an intensifying power struggle between Iran’s civilian leadership and the powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
During a recent broadcast, Fox News host Jesse Watters described a chaotic scene unfolding behind the scenes of Iranian diplomacy.
Watters claimed that Ghalibaf had been prepared to depart for Pakistan to engage in critical negotiations before being intercepted by security forces.
“He was ready to fly to Pakistan before the Guard put a gun to his head and told him to unpack his bags,” Watters stated, framing the incident as a dramatic confrontation between the nation’s political hierarchy and its military hardliners.
While Iranian officials have attempted to maintain an image of stability and unity, the reports suggest a much different reality.
Multiple sources indicate that Ghalibaf, often viewed as a more pragmatic figure compared to other Iranian officials, faced immense pressure regarding the scope of negotiations specifically concerning his reported willingness to address nuclear issues which reportedly drew the ire of hardline factions close to the Supreme Leader’s office.
The alleged fallout has led to speculation that Iran’s negotiation team may be facing a total overhaul. Reports suggest that hardline politicians, such as Saeed Jalili, or the Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, could potentially replace Ghalibaf at the helm of the diplomatic effort…Read_More…