Ebrahim Zolfaghari

Ebrahim Zolfaghari is the spokesperson for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in Iran. He has become a prominent figure in news coverage due to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran, which began in late February 2026. Zolfaghari is newsworthy because he is the public face of the Iranian military's response to US actions and threats. He has dismissed threats of US ground operations and rejected a peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump. Zolfaghari has also gained attention for his use of social media to mock Trump, making him a popular figure online. His statements and actions are significant because they reflect Iran's defiance and its unwillingness to back down in the face of US pressure during this period of heightened tensions.