Mohammad Baqer Zolghadr has been appointed as the new secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC). The announcement was made on Tuesday, March 24, by the Iranian president’s communications adviser through a post on social media platform X. Zolghadr replaces Ali Larijani, who was killed in an Israeli attack last week.

Zolghadr is described as a key figure in Iran’s security and political structure. He previously served as a senior officer in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and held the position of secretary of the Expediency Council. His appointment comes at a time of heightened regional tension following Larijani’s death.

The leadership change signals continuity within Iran’s security establishment, as Zolghadr’s background aligns closely with the country’s defense and strategic institutions.