The White House is reportedly considering Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, as a possible stabilizing figure in a post-war political arrangement, according to sources familiar with early diplomatic discussions.
The move, which remains at a tentative stage, suggests that U.S. officials are exploring unconventional approaches to managing Iran’s internal political transition should current conflicts or leadership changes deepen. However, analysts caution that any outreach toward Ghalibaf an established member of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and a known hardliner would face major skepticism both within Iran and among U.S. allies wary of Tehran’s current posture.
Ghalibaf, a former mayor of Tehran and one-time presidential candidate, has long positioned himself as a conservative loyalist to Iran’s ruling establishment. His ties to the IRGC and previous military background would make him a controversial figure for any U.S.-supported role in Iran’s future government.
No official comment has been issued by the White House or the Iranian Foreign Ministry regarding the report. Observers urge caution, noting that discussions of potential political figures are often exploratory and may not represent formal U.S. policy.
