Masoud Pezeshkian’s position as Iran’s president has come under pressure amid reports of an internal power struggle with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. In late May 2026, Iranian media outlets cited sources claiming he submitted a resignation letter to the Supreme Leader’s office, citing exclusion from key decisions and hardline factions assuming control during the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict that began in early 2026. Pezeshkian has denied related rumors while continuing public diplomacy, including appeals to the American public and statements on regional negotiations. His role on the interim leadership council following the March 2026 assassination of Ali Khamenei has not resolved reported tensions with conservative elements. These developments, alongside economic strains and wartime governance challenges, shape trader assessments of his tenure.