Hardline consensus on Hormuz remains intact, but the person now responsible for translating that consensus into policy carries considerably greater military authority, political experience and institutional weight.

Mohsen Rezaei, former Revolutionary Guards commander, appointed as Iran's new national security chief. Learn about his background and the council's role.

ALBAWABA - Hours of confusion over Iranian media reports of contradicting information regarding Rezaei’s new post were put to rest as Iran’s Supreme Lea