Iran: Hossein Amir-Abdollahian

Role

Foreign affairs minister (2021-)

A career diplomat, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian enjoys the support of hardline politicians and the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corp (IRGC) leadership. With expertise in international relations and Arab politics, Amir-Abdollahian has used his position to focus on regional ties and combatting western intervention in the region.

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X: @Amirabdolahian

Instagram: @Amirabdollahianhossein

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