Also known as
Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, Mohammad Baqer Zulqadr
Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr is an Iranian IRGC commander appointed Secretary-General of Iran's Supreme National Security Council in early 2026. Known for his senior IRGC background and hardline security posture. Recently, Zolqadr has issued warnings to the U.S.-Israeli coalition and represented Iran in high-level security negotiations. Last updated Jul 4th, 2026
Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr:
“The response of the Islamic warriors is on the way. The unity of the fronts has created a security chain to defend the region.
Lebanon is our breath of life, and the crossing of the Islamic Republic’s red lines will not be tolerated.”
Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, led by Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr, reportedly warned that anti regime protests could resume within days as the economy deteriorates. Officials said economic pressure is the main trigger.
The assessment...
Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, led by Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr, reportedly warned that anti regime protests could resume within days as the economy deteriorates. Officials said economic pressure is the main trigger.
The assessment claimed Iran may only withstand another 6 to 8 weeks of a U.S. naval blockade. By the end of spring, up to 2 million private sector jobs could be lost. Security officials reportedly concluded unrest is inevitable, with only the timing uncertain. - Iran International
Unlike earlier rounds, US-Iran talks in Pakistan will include senior security officials, Al-Mayadeen reports. The U.S. delegation features CENTCOM Commander Brad Cooper, while Iran’s team includes National Security Council Chair Mohammad Baqer Zulqadr.
Iran has appointed Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr, a retired Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander, as the new Secretary‑General of its Supreme National Security Council, replacing Ali Larijani, who was killed in a recent strike.
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