Qalibaf re-elected Iran parliament speaker

Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf has retained his position as Speaker of the Parliament of Iran after securing a majority of votes in a parliamentary leadership election, according to Iranian media reports.

Lawmakers voted in an internal session to select members of the parliament’s governing presidium, with Qalibaf again winning enough support to continue leading the legislative body.

The vote confirms his continued role at the top of Iran’s legislature, where he has been a dominant political figure in recent years, overseeing parliamentary proceedings and influencing key domestic and foreign policy debates.

Qalibaf, a former Revolutionary Guards commander and Tehran mayor, is also widely described as a senior political figure involved in Iran’s broader strategic decision-making circles.

His re-election comes at a time of heightened regional tensions and ongoing diplomatic friction involving Iran, including sensitive negotiations over security and nuclear-related issues.

Analysts say his continued leadership signals stability within the parliamentary structure, even as Iran faces external pressure and internal debates over economic and foreign policy direction

The outcome also reinforces the position of established political blocs within the parliament, which continue to shape legislation and oversight in coordination with Iran’s broader governing institutions.

The announcement follows a pattern of annual parliamentary leadership votes in Iran, where the speaker is selected by sitting lawmakers rather than through a separate public election.

Qalibaf’s retention ensures continuity in one of Iran’s most influential political offices, with his office expected to remain central in legislative coordination and political negotiations going forward.