Ahmadinejad Registers for Iran's Presidential Election

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has registered as a candidate for the upcoming presidential election following the death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash. Ahmadinejad's candidacy puts pressure on Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as Ahmadinejad previously challenged his authority. The election, scheduled for June 28, has seen other notable registrations, but it remains uncertain who will be allowed to run. Ahmadinejad, a polarizing figure, remains popular among the poor despite his controversial past and allegations of corruption.