Introduction
Mehdi Parpanchi is a veteran Iranian journalist, broadcaster, and senior media executive known for his influential role in Persian-language international journalism. He is currently serving as the Executive Editor (US) at Iran International TV, based in Washington, D.C., where he leads editorial operations and oversees news coverage for one of the most widely followed Persian-language news networks in the world.
With more than two decades of experience in international broadcasting, Parpanchi has worked with some of the most respected Persian media outlets, including the BBC Persian and Radio Farda, where he served as a lead presenter, editor, and senior director.
He is widely recognized for his expertise in Iranian politics, Middle Eastern affairs, international diplomacy, and crisis reporting, making him one of the most established figures in Persian-language journalism.
