Iran appoints former IRGC chief as top security official amid Hormuz reopening talks

Iran has named Mohsen Rezaei as the head of its Supreme National Security Council, following the resignation of Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr. This leadership transformation unfolds as discussions surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz are underway. With his vast experience as a former Revolutionary Guard commander, Rezaei’s appointment marks a noteworthy adjustment in Iran’s national security landscape.