Tehran, Iran – Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr has been appointed as the recent Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, state media reported on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The appointment comes after the recent death of Ali Larijani, who previously held the position.
According to reports from China’s Xinhua News Agency and China News, the decision was made by the Iranian President’s office and has been approved by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Zolghadr’s appointment to this key security role signals a potential shift in Iran’s national security strategy. The Supreme National Security Council is responsible for advising the President on matters of national security and foreign policy.
The appointment was also reported by Xinhua, citing Saudi Arabian television. The development underscores the ongoing political maneuvering within Iran following Larijani’s death and could influence future diplomatic talks in the region.
