History Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the famous President Iran
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, President of Iran who is famous for his torn jacket
Explore the controversial story of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the President of Iran who is known for his simple style, including the iconic moment of his torn jacket. (instagram.com/drahmadinejad.)
- The world knows him as Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the President of Iran who has never left the public spotlight.
However, behind his often debated position, there is an interesting story about a controversial leader. Known for his simple, sometimes flashy style, one of his iconic moments was when he appeared in a torn suit on various formal occasions.
This simple but bold style sparked widespread debate, strengthening Ahmadinejad's image as a figure who is firm and close to his people.
However, behind his striking appearance, there are many aspects of his life and leadership that require further discussion.
In this article, we will explore more deeply the life and career of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as President of Iran. Background
Born Mahmoud Saborjhian on October 28, 1956 in the village of Aradan near Garmsar, Iran, Ahmadinejad was the fourth of seven children. His father, Ahmad Saborjhian, was a blacksmith.
In 1957, when his family moved from Aradan to Tehran, his surname was changed to Ahmadinejad. Ahmadinejad's education began in Tehran and then continued his higher studies in civil engineering at Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST) in 1976.
Active in various student organizations, Ahmadinejad was even involved in demonstrations during the Iranian Revolution (1978-1979). Joining the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, Ahmadinejad also took part in the Iraq-Iran War (1980-1988).
After completing his service in the militia, Ahmadinejad continued his higher education at IUST and earned a doctorate in transportation engineering and planning in 1986. Joining the IUST teaching staff in 1989, Ahmadinejad began to pursue the academic world as one of the teachers on the campus.
Entering the World of Politics
The beginning of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's political career began when he was elected as governor of the cities of Maku and Khoy, located in West Azerbaijan Province. In 1993, he was trusted to become an advisor at the Ministry of Culture and Higher Education.
Continuing as governor of the newly formed Ardabil Province, Ahmadinejad held the post until 1997 before returning to his position as a teacher at IUST.
He contributed to the founding of the Islamic Development Party of Iran which embraced a populist agenda and aimed to unite conservative factions. The party won a victory in Tehran's city council elections in February 2003, appointing Ahmadinejad mayor in May. As mayor, Ahmadinejad was recognized for successfully dealing with traffic problems and reducing inflation.
With his charisma and political skills, Ahmadinejad received great support from the public.
Some of the policies implemented during his tenure as mayor included closing Western-style fast food restaurants as well as censoring billboards that had Western references. He also fought for the separation of lifts between men and women, as well as changing the function of cultural centers into places of worship during the month of Ramadan.
Additionally, he instructed male employees in the city government to grow beards and wear long-sleeved shirts. Towards the Seat of President of Iran
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad started his political career by running for president in 2005, fully supported by conservative leaders.
He espoused populist rhetoric, promising to tackle poverty, social injustice and corruption in Iran, while emphasizing his anti-improvement stance with the United States.
In the unfolding political context, Ahmadinejad presents himself as a candidate who is simple and close to the people, while his competitor, Hashemi Rafsanjani, is portrayed as a figure associated with corruption.
In the election, Ahmadinejad managed to win the majority with 17 million votes out of a total of 27 million. He was inaugurated as president on August 3, 2005 by Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Ahmadinejad's presidency was marked by an image of simplicity and closeness to the people. He refused to live in the presidential palace, preferring to remain in his own home, although he eventually had to move on the advice of security advisers. Even after occupying the presidential palace, Ahmadinejad ordered the replacement of luxurious furnishings with simpler ones. He also refused a VIP seat on the presidential plane, preferring to use a cargo plane.
In his speeches and presentations, Ahmadinejad uses everyday language, which shows his closeness to the people.
However, these steps were not always well received by all parties, especially by Iran's political elite, who criticized his policy changes. On the international stage, Ahmadinejad is known for his tough stance regarding Iran's nuclear program, which has led to increased tensions with the United States.
In his speech to the UN in 2005, Ahmadinejad stated that Iran's nuclear program was for peaceful purposes. In April 2007, he announced that Iran had begun industrial-scale production of nuclear fuel, which later led to the imposition of international sanctions. In addition, Ahmadinejad made history as the first Iranian president to visit Iraq since the Iranian Revolution, which marked an improvement in relations between Tehran and Baghdad. Iran's relations with the US under Ahmadinejad's presidency showed some signs of improvement following the election of Barack Obama as US president.
In the economic sector, Ahmadinejad's first term of government was marked by an increase in inflation of up to 10 percent, caused by his economic policies and the impact of international sanctions.
This difficult economic situation became a major highlight in the run-up to Iran's 2009 presidential election.
Although in history no Iranian president has failed to win a second term in office, Ahmadinejad's economic policies and leadership style have attracted criticism and made his position vulnerable.
Many observers predict that Ahmadinejad will face a serious challenge from his challengers, especially Mir Hossein Mousavi, who is supported by moderate groups in Iran. However, in the June 12 vote, Ahmadinejad managed to win back office with more than 60 percent of the vote, although the results of the election were questioned by much of the opposition, who called it a fraudulent election.
Iran's supreme leader, while initially supporting the election results, later voiced the need for an official investigation into alleged fraud. On August 3, 2009, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei officially installed Ahmadinejad as president, although the inauguration ceremony was not attended by a number of opposition political figures.
Ending the Presidential Term
In 2011, a feud emerged between Ahmadinejad and Iran's supreme leader, Khamenei, sparked by the dismissal of the intelligence minister, an ally of Khamenei.
This conflict expanded into a public support war between Ahmadinejad and Khamenei.
In March 2012, Ahmadinejad was summoned by the Iranian Assembly for questioning regarding his policies and disagreements with the supreme leader.
The presidential summons by the Assembly was the first in Iran's history, raising speculation about declining political support for Ahmadinejad. This decline in support was reflected in the results of legislative elections, and finally Ahmadinejad's term ended in August 2013, and he was replaced by Hassan Rouhani. After leaving office, Ahmadinejad returned to his private home in Narmak.
In 2017, news broke that Ahmadinejad was planning to run again for Iran's presidential election, but his intentions were ultimately thwarted by disqualification. In January 2018, he was reportedly arrested by Iranian authorities for allegedly provoking protests and demonstrations with his statements. He was reportedly placed under house arrest on the orders of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
With his iconic torn jacket, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has left a controversial mark on Iran's leadership history. Nonetheless, his story as President of Iran will continue to be a fascinating subject of discussion in politics and history.