Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian continues in office amid post-war power shifts following the 2026 U.S.-Israeli strikes that killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and prompted a brief interim leadership council role for the president. Trader focus centers on reports of his May 2026 resignation offer tied to IRGC commanders expanding control over government functions, though Iranian officials quickly labeled such claims propaganda and wishful thinking. Pezeshkian has faced hardliner criticism over domestic management, wartime decisions, and public statements on negotiations, while his office handles mainly internal affairs as military institutions gain prominence. Ongoing rumors, energy policy controversies, and questions about his ability to fulfill reformist campaign pledges amid factional tensions keep the timeline for any exit uncertain, with potential triggers including further leadership transitions or escalation in regional diplomacy.