Political Tensions Surface: Adviser to Parliament Speaker Criticizes Rouhani Ally
A public exchange between political figures has highlighted internal tensions following recent remarks by the Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
The Spark of Controversy
The situation unfolded when Hossamuddin Ashna, a cultural adviser to former President Hassan Rouhani, publicly criticized statements made by Speaker Ghalibaf. While the exact nature of Ghalibaf’s original comments was not detailed in the report, they were apparently directed against the previous administration.
A Sharp Rebuttal from the Speaker’s Camp
The criticism from Ashna prompted an immediate and pointed response from Mohammad Saeed Ahadian, a senior aide to Speaker Ghalibaf. In a public retort, Ahadian suggested that Ashna should be more circumspect with his social media commentary.
“It is not good to immediately tweet everything that comes to mind,” Ahadian wrote. He directed Ashna to review public statements made by former President Rouhani from a specific date, implying a perceived inconsistency. Ahadian further remarked, “It appears you, like the public, do not closely follow your superior’s statements.”
A Broader Political Point
Ahadian concluded his response with a statement underscoring the significance of official positions on the international stage. “Of course, what can we do,” he stated, “that the positions of officials at the time are very important for foreign parties.” This final point emphasizes the weight and international scrutiny that accompanies the public statements of high-ranking Iranian officials.