Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 29/09/1954 |
| Age | 71 years |
| Birthplace | Mahabad, Imperial State of Iran |
Latest News about Masoud Pezeshkian
16/06/2025
Israeli forces attempted to assassinate President Pezeshkian during the Twelve-Day War that began on 13 June 2025. Pezeshkian managed to escape through a pre-planned emergency exit with a minor leg injury. In response to the Israeli airstrikes, he ordered the suspension of Iran's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency.
02/2026
Following the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in February 2026, President Pezeshkian was appointed as one of three members of the Interim Leadership Council to lead Iran during the transitional period.
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Bio/Wiki
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| Political Party | Independent | ||||||
| Other Political Affiliation | Reformists | ||||||
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Shia Muslim |
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| Ethnicity | Azerbaijani and Kurdish |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Widower |
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| Wife | Fatemeh Majidi (gynecologist; died in 1993) |
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Family
| Mother | Kurdish |
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| Spouse | Fatemeh Majidi |
| Children | 3 sons and 1 daughter |
Career
| Overview | Masoud Pezeshkian has had an extensive and impactful political career after being deeply rooted in medicine and surgery. He transitioned from medical administration to national politics and currently serves as the 9th President of Iran. |
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Favourites
| Football Club | Tractor S.C. |
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Style Quotient
| Notable Attire | Often seen in an IRGC uniform during significant political events |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Masoud Pezeshkian has an intriguing background, born to an Azeri father and a Kurdish mother. | |
| 2. His early military service sparked an interest in the medical field, leading him to pursue a career as a doctor. | |
| 3. During the Iran-Iraq War, he played a dual role as a doctor and a fighter, showcasing his dedication to his country. | |
| 4. He is a multilingual individual, fluent in Persian, Azerbaijani, Kurdish, Arabic, and English. | |
| 5. Despite the tragedies in his life, including the loss of his wife and youngest son, he dedicated himself to parenting his children alone without remarrying. | |
| 6. His early military service during compulsory conscription sparked an interest in the medical field, leading him to pursue a career as a doctor | |
| 7. During the Iran-Iraq War, he played a dual role as a doctor and a fighter, frequently visiting front lines to organize medical teams and serve as both physician and combat doctor | |
| 8. He is the oldest person to serve as President of Iran, taking office at age 69 |