On May 7, according to Tasnim News Agency of Iran, Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that he recently held a meeting with Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba.

Pezeshkian said the atmosphere of the meeting was friendly, and the two sides exchanged views for nearly two and a half hours. He emphasized, “What impressed me most during this meeting was the Supreme Leader’s manner of dealing with people, his perspective on issues, and his humble and sincere attitude. This approach transformed the interaction into an environment characterized by trust, calmness, empathy, and directness.”

Pezeshkian stressed, “The Supreme Leader fully demonstrated simplicity, humility, sincerity, and mutual respect—qualities that made the dialogue completely candid, straightforward, and filled with closeness and trust.”

This was an extraordinary meeting. Given Iran’s current ‘wartime state’ and the special context of the new leader’s ascension, this encounter went far beyond mere ceremonial interaction—it served as a carefully orchestrated political signal.

* A powerful “political debut,” rumors dispelled without effort

This is the first reported meeting between Mojtaba and a senior government official since his appointment as Supreme Leader on March 8.

Previously, there were widespread rumors that he had suffered serious injuries or even disfigurement in the air strikes at the end of February. The two-and-a-half-hour in-depth exchange directly confirms that his physical condition is robust enough to fulfill the duties of the nation’s highest leadership.

This marks the substantive completion of the power transition and indicates that a direct working relationship has been established between the president and the new leader.

* Dispelling rumors of discord, showcasing harmony and unity

Earlier reports claimed tensions existed between the president and the hardline Revolutionary Guard, even suggesting the president might resign.

Pezeshkian described the meeting atmosphere using words such as “trust, calmness, empathy, directness, and frankness,” clearly aiming to project a high degree of harmony between the civilian government and the supreme religious authority.

Pezeshkian particularly highlighted the new leader’s “humility,” “sincerity,” and “approachability”—which significantly serve to shape Mojtaba’s personal appeal and respond to external doubts about his potential detachment from grassroots realities due to his background.

As an elected president, Pezeshkian positioned himself in the report as one “reporting” and “receiving guidance.” His voluntary disclosure that he was deeply impressed by the Supreme Leader’s “perspective on issues” was essentially a public confirmation that Mojtaba is indeed the ultimate decision-maker in the country.

Mojtaba had long served as a behind-the-scenes gatekeeper for his father. Now, through the president’s description of his “perspective on issues,” it signifies that he has moved from behind the scenes to center stage, beginning to exercise independent administrative oversight and strategic decision-making authority.

By emphasizing the leader’s “sincerity” and “wisdom” at this moment, the president subtly signals that Iran will not compromise on core security matters despite leadership changes.

Although Mojtaba is seen as a hardliner, he also possesses a side marked by pragmatic flexibility and situational adaptability. The fact that the president chose to publicly highlight this pleasant exchange may also suggest that internal communication remains smooth and efficient under severe external pressures.

In summary, this meeting serves as a calming reassurance—both to the outside world and within Iran. Pezeshkian’s remarks tell the international community that the once-mysterious Supreme Leader, previously rumored to be severely injured, is now ready to step onto the public stage and lead the nation forward.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1864542508445696/

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