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international-politics1 year ago•5 min saved

Iran's Presidential Race Heats Up with Hardliners and Former Leaders Joining the Fray

Iran's hard-line parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, has emerged as a leading candidate in the upcoming presidential election following the death of Ebrahim Raisi. Qalibaf, a former Tehran mayor and Revolutionary Guard general, is known for his involvement in past violent crackdowns on protests. His candidacy comes amid heightened tensions with the West and internal unrest over economic issues and civil rights. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's recent speech hinted at support for Qalibaf, who promises to continue Raisi's policies.

via The Associated Press|

#international-politics #iran #mohammad-bagher-qalibaf

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

"Iranian Election Turnout Hits Record Low Amid Conservative Dominance"

Iran's parliamentary election saw a low turnout amid calls for a boycott, with state-controlled television showing lines of voters while others saw largely empty polling stations. Only 116 relatively moderate or pro-reform candidates are vying for seats out of about 15,000 candidates. The election comes amid economic challenges due to Western sanctions and ongoing tensions over Iran's nuclear program. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and hard-line President Ebrahim Raisi urged people to vote, but turnout appeared to be the lowest ever, potentially undermining the government's legitimacy.

via NBC News|

#boycott #iran #parliamentary-election

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

"Iran's Low Turnout Parliamentary Elections Amid Economic Concerns"

Iranians are voting in parliamentary and Assembly of Experts elections amid economic hardships and restrictions on political and social freedoms. The election is dominated by conservative and hardline figures, with few moderate or pro-reform candidates. The turnout is expected to be low due to frustration with economic woes and a lack of representation for people's grievances. The Assembly of Experts election is crucial as it may determine the future direction of Iran, especially in selecting a successor to the aging Supreme Leader.

via Al Jazeera English|

#economic-concerns #iran #iranian-elections

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

"Iran's Election Dilemma: Hardliners Tighten Grip Amidst Frustration and Low Turnout"

Iran began voting for a new parliament amid growing frustration over economic woes and restrictions on political and social freedoms. With heavyweight moderates and conservatives staying out of the race and reformists calling it an "unfree and unfair election," the contest is between hardliners and conservatives. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei urged high turnout, while activists and opposition groups are distributing hashtags calling the election a "sham." Many Iranians are disillusioned with the ruling clerics' ability to resolve economic hardships caused by U.S. sanctions, mismanagement, and corruption. The parliamentary election is twinned with a vote for the influential Assembly of Experts, which will choose Khamenei's successor.

via Reuters|

#elections #frustration #hardliners