Ebrahim Azizi
Ebrahim Azizi is the Chairman of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee and a prominent voice in Tehran's strategic communication during the 2026 regional conflict.
Ebrahim Azizi serves as the head of the National Security and Foreign Policy Committee within the Iranian Majlis (Parliament). In this capacity, he acts as a key legislative liaison for the regime's security apparatus, frequently articulating Tehran's official stance on maritime security, regional intervention, and the ongoing direct confrontation with Israel and the United States. During the escalations of June 2026, Azizi emerged as a primary source of escalatory rhetoric, specifically targeting U.S. naval presence and Israeli military operations in Lebanon. Azizi has consistently asserted Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, claiming that Tehran alone is authorized to manage the strategic waterway. His rhetoric often involves challenging Western narratives regarding military casualties and operational success; in mid-June 2026, he claimed that U.S. casualties in kinetic exchanges were significantly higher than those acknowledged by the Trump administration. Furthermore, Azizi has been a vocal proponent of expanding the scope of the conflict, warning that Iranian retaliation for strikes on its proxies—particularly Hezbollah in Beirut—would not be limited to the Middle East. His statements are viewed by analysts as a component of Iran's psychological warfare, intended to project strength and deter further Israeli or American strikes against Iranian interests. While he holds a legislative position, his proximity to the Supreme National Security Council and the IRGC's strategic goals makes him a significant figure in the regime's decision-making and public-facing defense policy.