Masoud Pezeshkian

Politician

Indian Mahabad, Imperial State of Iran

Quick Info

ProfessionPolitician
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth29/09/1954
Age71 years
BirthplaceMahabad, 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.

Do you like Masoud Pezeshkian?

You can vote only once.

Bio/Wiki

Profession(s)
  • Politician
  • Heart surgeon
Political PartyIndependent
Other Political AffiliationReformists
Political Journey
  • 22 August 2001 - 24 August 2005: Served as the Minister of Health and Medical Education
  • 27 May 2008 - 28 July 2024: Served as a Member of the Consultative Assembly from Tabriz, Osku, and Azarshahr (East Azerbaijan) constituency
  • 28 July 2024: Elected as the 9th President of Iran
  • 1997: Joined Mohammad Khatami's administration as Deputy Minister of Health
  • 2016 - 2020: Served as First Deputy Speaker of Parliament
  • 6 July 2024: Elected as the 9th President of Iran with 53.7% of the vote
  • 28 July 2024: Formally appointed as President by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei
  • 30 July 2024: Sworn in before the Iranian parliament
Military Service
AllegianceIran
Branch/serviceIRGC
Battles/warsIran–Iraq War (September 1980 - August 1988)

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Iran
  • Iran University of Medical Sciences
Degrees
  • M.B.B.S. from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Iran
  • Subspecialty in Cardiac Surgery from Iran University of Medical Sciences (1993)
  • General Surgery qualification

Personal Life

ReligionShia Muslim
EthnicityAzerbaijani and Kurdish

Relationships & More

Marital StatusWidower
WifeFatemeh Majidi (gynecologist; died in 1993)
Children
  • Mahdi Pezeshkian
  • Youssef Pezeshkian
  • Zahra Pezeshkian (political advisor)

Family

MotherKurdish
SpouseFatemeh Majidi
Children3 sons and 1 daughter

Career

OverviewMasoud 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.
Highlights
  • Presidency of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences in 1994, significant contribution to health education.
  • Transitioned from health administration into politics, serving in multiple influential governmental roles.
  • Elected in 2024 as the President of Iran, particularly noted for his assertive stance on health and political reforms.
  • 1994: Appointed rector of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, serving for five years with significant contribution to health education
  • 2001-2005: Served as Minister of Health and Medical Education under Mohammad Khatami's administration
  • 2008-2024: Elected five times to the Iranian parliament representing Tabriz
  • 2024: Elected as the 9th President of Iran, noted for his reformist stance and support for nuclear agreements with the West

Favourites

Football ClubTractor S.C.

Style Quotient

Notable AttireOften seen in an IRGC uniform during significant political events

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
Information on this page is collected from public sources and may not be 100% accurate. Report an error
Scroll to Top