Ebrahim Zolfaghari () is a high-ranking Iranian military official currently serving as the official spokesperson for the Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters. He rose to international prominence due to the 2026 Iran war in early 2026 he Became the primary communicator for Iran's military strategy during a period of high escalation with the United States and Israel.
As the spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central HeadquartersâÂÂthe operational "nerve center" coordinating the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the regular Iranian ArmyâÂÂZolfaghari is responsible for articulating Tehran's defensive posture. He has frequently addressed the international media regarding the security of the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf, asserting that Iran maintains "intelligent and powerful" control over these vital waterways.
Zolfaghari is noted for his unconventional use of English-language pop culture references and direct social media messaging to undermine U.S. diplomatic efforts.
In March 2026, Zolfaghari became a viral figure after releasing a televised statement directed at U.S. President Donald Trump. Switching from Persian to English, he invoked Trump's famous catchphrase from The Apprentice, stating, "Hey TrumpâÂÂyou are fired." He later mocked the U.S. administration's attempts at de-escalation, describing their diplomatic outreach as "negotiating with yourself."
Independent observers have described Zolfaghari as a central figure in Iran's information warfare strategy. He famously rebranded the U.S. military operation "Epic Fury" as "Epic Fear" during a press briefing, a move intended to demoralize opposing forces. In late March 2026, he issued a graphic warning that any U.S. ground troops attempting an invasion would become "good food for the sharks of the Persian Gulf."
On March 28, 2026, Zolfaghari claimed that Iranian forces had destroyed a Ukrainian anti-drone system depot in Dubai, alleging it was being used to support U.S. operations in the regionâÂÂa claim that was quickly disputed by international authorities. He also warned neighboring Arab nations against allowing their territory to be used as a launchpad for "enemies" of Iran.
Zolfaghari gained international notoriety in March 2026 for his unconventional and aggressive rhetorical style directed at U.S. President Donald Trump. He became a viral figure following a televised address where he used the catchphrase "You're fired" in English to dismiss U.S. diplomatic and military pressure.
In addition to viral messaging, Zolfaghari has been the primary source for Iranian military claims regarding the targeting of U.S. assets. In March 2026, he claimed that Iranian forces had destroyed a Ukrainian anti-drone system depot in Dubai used to assist the U.S. military, a claim that was subsequently denied by the Ukrainian government.
Zolfaghari's role involves articulating Iran's stance on critical regional chokepoints and retaliatory measures: