Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf

Iranian speaker:

'Talks with US advancing, but gaps remain'

Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf acknowledged “progress" in negotiations with the US, but warns a “big distance" remains between the two sides.

Iran claims:

'We forced the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire'

Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf claims that the new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire resulted from Hezbollah’s resilience and the “Axis of Resistance".

Iranian Parliament speaker:

'Iran and Hezbollah are one soul'

Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declares that no ceasefire with the US is possible without including Lebanon, demanding America abandon its "Israel First" policy.

'If you fight, we fight'

Iran responds to Trump’s Hormuz blockade

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf dismisses Trump’s threat of a naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, declaring Iran will respond with force if attacked - or logic if negotiated with.

Iran says US fell short in key Pakistan negotiations

Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf said the US failed to gain trust in Pakistan talks, as negotiations ended without agreement.

A surprising and concerning handshake

Iranian Parliament Speaker and US Vice President shake hands during direct talks in the Pakistani capital. Contacts between the two sides continue despite significant gaps.

US-Iran talks

Iranian delegation arrives in Islamabad, sets preconditions

Iranian delegation led by Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf arrives in Islamabad for US talks, demanding a Lebanon ceasefire and release of frozen assets first. US VP Vance warns Iran against playing games.

Just hours in:

Ceasefire showing signs of collapse

Iranian parliament speaker accused the US of violating key ceasefire terms before negotiations, raising doubts about further talks. Israel believes Iran may strike, as Tehran blocks Strait of Hormuz.

Iranian Parliament speaker's stark warning

Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf rejected President Donald Trump ultimatum, warning of escalation and regional consequences.

Report:

Trump eyes Iran's Parliament Speaker as potential deal partner

Politico reports that the Trump admin quietly views Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf as a potential partner or leader for negotiations to end the conflict.

'Humiliating punishment'

Iranian Parliament Speaker denies talks with US

Reported negotiator denied any talks with the US, dismissing reports as 'fake news,' after President Trump claimed progress in discussions.

Iran threatens to attack US crude oil companies

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi threatens retaliation if crude oil facilities struck; US President Donald Trump says he may reconsider decision to leave Iranian oil infrastructure intact.

Iran’s Larijani warns:

'You’ll pay for your miscalculation'

Iran vows unrelenting retaliation against the US and Israel, threatening to target regional power grids and oil infrastructure.

Iran says it will not seek ceasefire, vows to punish 'aggressor'

Iran’s parliament speaker says Tehran is not seeking a ceasefire with the US and Israel, vows the “aggressor" will be punished.

Iran parliament speaker:

'US nuclear deal proposal lacks sanctions relief'

Iran's parliament speaker states that the latest US nuclear deal proposal lacks sanctions relief, calling it "dishonest."

Iranian Parliament Speaker:

'We've initiated the deployment of advanced centrifuges'

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says Iran has already initiated deployment of advanced centrifuges for uranium enrichment, in response to IAEA resolution against it.

Iran’s parliament speaker tests positive for coronavirus

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says he will continue to carry out his duties from self-quarantine.

Holocaust Denial Hurt Us, Says Potential Iranian Candidate

Iran’s denial of the Holocaust was damaging, admits Tehran mayor and potential presidential candidate.