Tehran (Web Desk) — In recent days, former Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has come under intense criticism both inside and outside Iran, as several political and diplomatic figures have launched fresh attacks on his record.
Former presidential candidate Saeed Jalili has publicly challenged Rouhani to a televised debate, while Ali Shamkhani, former Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, has accused him of covering up the truth about the downing of the Ukrainian passenger plane in 2020 — an incident that killed all 176 people on board.
Meanwhile, Russia’s Foreign Minister has reignited controversy over the “snapback” sanctions clause in the nuclear deal (JCPOA), reportedly blaming Rouhani’s administration for its inclusion.
Adding to the wave of allegations, Iran’s former Central Bank governor recently claimed that Rouhani had ordered the depletion of the nation’s gold reserves, saying he “emptied the treasury of gold coins.”
The mounting criticism reflects a broader political rift within Iran’s establishment as factions continue to revisit Rouhani’s legacy — particularly his economic management and foreign policy decisions during his two-term presidency from 2013 to 2021.
