Iran Holds Runoff Election Following President's Helicopter Crash Death

Jul 06, 2024 Tarang Mathur

Masoud Pezeshkian wins Iran's presidential election

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His victory signals a desire for change following dissatisfaction with previous hardline policies

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Voters decided between Saeed Jalili and Masoud Pezeshkian in Iran's runoff election

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Mr. Pezeshkian, a seasoned lawmaker and cardiac surgeon, has long championed reforms in Iran

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His presidency promises to adopt more pragmatic and reformist policies

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Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, aged 85, holds ultimate authority over all state matters, posing a test to Mr. Pezeshkian's vision and leadership

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Iran held runoff election to replace late President Ebrahim Raisi, killed in May helicopter crash with foreign minister and officials

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