Iran's President Reappoints UN-Sanctioned Official as Nuclear Chief

Mohammad Eslami, educated in the US and sanctioned by the UN, continues to lead Iran's nuclear program amid ongoing international tensions.

Mohammad Eslami, 67, retains his position as head of Iran's nuclear department and vice president.
Eslami was first appointed in 2021 and has a background in Iran's military industries and civil engineering.
The reappointment occurs as Iran faces heavy Western sanctions and power outages.
Eslami's US education contrasts with his UN sanctions for past nuclear activities.
Iran aims to expand its nuclear power capacity to 20,000 megawatts under its long-term energy plan.