Mehdi Karroubi

Mehdi Karroubi's most significant achievements are his two terms as Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, a role that made him one of the most powerful elected officials in the Islamic Republic. His courage in leading the Green Movement and challenging the legitimacy of the 2009 election, despite the personal cost of 14 years under house arrest, has earned him a place in history as a defender of democratic principles. His resilience and outspokenness continue to inspire reformists in Iran and abroad.