Iranian Hardliners Removed From Key Parliamentary Security Committee Roles
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By חיים בלוי
First reported by Ynet · Aug 4, 2026
What happened
Iran's parliament removed two hardline members, Ebrahim Razai and Mahmoud Nabavian, from top roles in the National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, signaling a shift toward supporting negotiations with the US. Despite losing official titles, both continue to voice strong opposition to Washington and assert Iran's military readiness. The committee's new leadership aims for a more balanced stance amid ongoing regional tensions.
- 01Iranian parliament removed Ebrahim Razai and Mahmoud Nabavian from senior security committee roles.
- 02Both were known for opposing negotiations with the United States.
- 03The reshuffle aims to balance the committee's stance toward potential US talks.
- 04Razai remains a committee member and continues issuing strong anti-US statements.
- 05New committee leadership includes Ebrahim Azizi as chairman and Hassan Kashkavavi as spokesperson.
- 06Nabavian criticized Iran's foreign minister and vowed to resist sidelining hardliners.
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