Esmaeil Baqaei
Iran
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran
government
Esmail Baghaei Hamaneh is an Iranian diplomat who has been the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran since October 2024. He previously served as a senior assistant to the Iranian foreign minister from 2022 to 2024.
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Oct 6, 2026
Lean Right
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Baqaei said every European country that placed its territory at the disposal of the aggressor must be held accountable.
Conservatives back this firm line against European capitals they see as complicit in hostile actions, viewing it as proper resistance diplomacy rather than unnecessary escalation.
Oct 2, 2026
Lean Right
FM spokesperson criticized the US president's remarks on consequences of military aggression against Iran.
Conservatives endorse Baqaei's rebuke as necessary pushback against US threats and warmongering.
Jul 28, 2026
Center
Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson summoned the French ambassador over detention of two French diplomats.
Seen as a provocative move that undermines the temporary US-Iran pause; Renaissance advocates for firm diplomacy.
Jul 23, 2026
Center
Foreign Ministry spokesman Baqaei challenged Gulf states to confirm US Central Command's admission of their involvement in attacks on Iran.
Pragmatists view his diplomatic assertiveness as necessary but fear it further isolates Iran regionally.
Jul 11, 2026
Lean Left
As foreign ministry spokesman, he condemned a terrorist attack in Pakistan and expressed condolences.
Moderates appreciate the diplomatic protocol and the need for regional counterterrorism cooperation.
Jun 22, 2026
Lean Right
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson announcing the start of technical negotiations with the US in Switzerland and reiterating the 'commitment for commitment' principle.
Praised for clearly representing Iran's principled stance in talks, ensuring that the US is held accountable for any commitments made.