According to Parleman News, Ahmadinejad has been forced to announce himself as the superviser of the Ministry of Intelligence after dismissing Mohseni-Ejei from his post.
Ahmadinejad appointed Majid Alavi as the deputy director of the ministry. Alavi has been ordered to report to the President directly until a new minister is appointed and approved by the parliament.
Traditionally, the ministry reported to the Supreme Leader.
July 28, 2009