"Kayhan," which serves as the mouthpiece of Iran's Supreme Leader, did not wait for the newly elected president's inauguration ceremony and has already begun harshly criticizing his conduct during the election campaign and after his victory.
In today's editorial under the title "Mr. Pezeshkian, Read This (Daily Commentary)," author Hassan Balouri critically examines the behavior and decisions of the newly elected Iranian President, Mr. Massoud Pezeshkian. The article ironically refers to him as "Mr. Medical," highlighting his perceived detachment and overreliance on his advisors for decision-making.
Even before the official inauguration of the newly elected president, the editorial marks the beginning of harsh criticism from "Kayhan" regarding Pezeshkian's conduct during and after the election campaign. Balouri points out that Pezeshkian has not held a single press conference since his election, contrasting his usual practices. Instead, his advisors have been making public statements and plans, including forming a "Strategic Council for the Transition of the Fourteenth Government," without apparent coordination with him.
The editorial warns that over-reliance on advisors could lead to internal conflicts and failure, as these advisors might act independently and without Pezeshkian's full knowledge. Balouri urges Pezeshkian to take control and distance himself from those who may ultimately undermine his presidency. The piece underscores Pezeshkian's need to be directly involved in governance to avoid being hampered by his team.
It appears that Iranian conservatives, who oppose negotiations with the United States and the renewal of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), are beginning to put pressure on Iran's newly elected president. During his campaign, the president-elect received support from former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, a key figure in the original nuclear agreement and favored by the West. Zarif has faced significant criticism, particularly from the hard-line newspaper "Kayhan," which has consistently opposed the nuclear deal and the efforts of President Hassan Rouhani's administration to advance it
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