Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani

Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani was an influential Iranian politician and cleric who played a key role in Iran’s post-revolution history. He served as President from 1989 to 1997, helping to stabilize and rebuild Iran after the 1979 Islamic Revolution and Iran-Iraq War. Rafsanjani was known for advocating economic reform, strengthening Iran’s infrastructure, and maintaining a pragmatic approach to diplomacy. He also held other significant roles, including Chairman of the Assembly of Experts and Speaker of Parliament. Throughout his career, he balanced conservative religious principles with efforts to modernize Iran’s economy and political landscape.