Iran’s former president’s office denies New York Times claim of Israeli plot to reinstall him

The office of former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has rejected a New York Times story. The newspaper alleged that Israel plotted to reinstall Ahmadinejad as Iran’s leader. According to the report, the scheme was intended to take effect after the war. Iranian officials said the claim is unfounded and lacks evidence. They emphasized that no such discussions have taken place with Israel. The denial comes amid heightened scrutiny of regional political maneuvers. Observers note the story reflects broader speculation about post‑war power shifts. The office’s response underscores Tehran’s stance against external interference.