Experts raise eyebrows over ‘Swiss cheese’ NY Times report claiming US, Israel eyed freeing Ahmadinejad to be Iran’s new leader
A New York Times report claims that U.S. and Israeli officials considered elevating former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as a potential leader for Iran. Experts have expressed skepticism about the report, describing it as having many inconsistencies. The idea of Ahmadinejad returning to power is largely dismissed by analysts due to his history of anti-Israel rhetoric and actions.
- ▪The New York Times reported that U.S. and Israeli officials explored the possibility of elevating Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as Iran's leader.
- ▪Experts have criticized the report, suggesting it contains significant inaccuracies.
- ▪Ahmadinejad's history of anti-Semitism raises doubts about any support from Israel for his leadership.
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World News Experts raise eyebrows over ‘Swiss cheese’ NY Times report claiming US, Israel eyed freeing Ahmadinejad to be Iran’s new leader By Caitlin Doornbos Published May 20, 2026, 5:22 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google An explosive New York Times report claims US and Israeli officials explored a shocking possibility of elevating former far-right hardliner Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as Iran’s new leader. While both Washington and Jerusalem refrain from denying the story, experts told The Post there’s likely more to the story.
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