Iran’s Vice President Javad Zarif Resigns From Government
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Iran’s veteran diplomat Mohammad Javad Zarif stepped down as vice president a day after parliament ousted the finance minister, signaling a growing rift between hardliners and moderates in the Islamic Republic.
In his statement posted on X, Zarif said the decision followed a meeting with the head of the judiciary, who urged him to resign in light of the country’s current situation and to “prevent further pressure on the government.” He didn’t elaborate.