IRAN ELECTIONS
The Veep leap: Can Kamala Harris break the Vice President to President transition curse?
Vice President Kamala Harris begins her fall campaign, facing historical challenges that have hindered many before her. Only George H.W. Bush succeeded in winning the presidency as vice president. Harris's campaign hinges on her relationship with President Biden, public perception, and overcoming past struggles faced by former vice-presidential candidates.
Top Biden advisor Sullivan to visit China as US elections loom
Sullivan will travel to Beijing from August 27 to 29 in the first visit by a US national security advisor to China since 2016, although other senior officials including Secretary of State Antony Blinken have visited over the past two years. The visit comes months ahead of US elections in November.
Iran's hard-line parliament approves all members of president's Cabinet, first time since 2001
Iran's parliament has approved all members of President Masoud Pezeshkian's Cabinet, marking the first time in over two decades this has occurred. Notably, the Cabinet includes Abbas Araghchi as foreign minister and Farzaneh Sadegh as the first female minister in a decade. Pezeshkian's consensus-based selections underline his ability to unify various political factions.
US says Iran responsible for Trump campaign hack
US security agencies confirmed on Monday that Iran was behind a recent cyberattack targeting Donald Trump's presidential campaign, accusing Tehran of attempting to influence the 2024 election. The attack was claimed potentially by Iran and confirmed by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
FBI says it is investigating after Trump campaign said sensitive documents were hacked by Iran
The FBI announced on Monday that it is investigating allegations regarding the theft of sensitive documents from Donald Trump's presidential campaign following a cyber intrusion. This comes days after the campaign reported being hacked by Iran.
Iran's president proposes an ex-nuclear negotiator as foreign minister. A woman is also on the list
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian nominated Abbas Araghchi as foreign minister and Farzaneh Sadegh for roads and housing, potentially Iran's first female minister in a decade. The hard-line parliament will review them within two weeks. Pezeshkian's agenda includes reviving the nuclear deal and appointing moderate officials.
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Donald Trump's presidential campaign says its emails were hacked, blames Iran
Donald Trump's campaign claimed a hack and suspected Iranian involvement in the theft of internal documents. This followed a Microsoft report outlining foreign interference in the 2024 U.S. elections, citing Iranian attempts. The campaign linked this incident to past Iranian cyber activities and possible motives related to Trump's previous actions against Iran.
Iran is accelerating cyber activity that appears meant to influence the US election, Microsoft says
The findings in Microsoft's newest threat intelligence report show how Iran, which has been active in recent U.S. campaign cycles, is evolving its tactics for another election that's likely to have global implications. The report goes a step beyond anything U.S. intelligence officials have disclosed, giving specific examples of Iranian groups and the actions they have taken so far.
Stop bulls***g me: Biden's fiery exchange with Netanyahu over hostage talks
US President Joe Biden reportedly told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to "stop bullshitting me" during a call after Netanyahu promised progress on a hostages-for-ceasefire deal with Hamas. Biden, concerned about potential delays for internal political reasons, also warned Netanyahu not to take him for granted.
Iran's Khamenei formally grants Pezeshkian presidential powers
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei officially endorsed Masoud Pezeshkian as Iran's ninth president following snap elections won by the reformist camp's candidate, calling him wise, honest, popular, and scholarly. The ceremony in Tehran was attended by officials and diplomats, airing on state TV amid a nationwide shutdown for a heatwave. Pezeshkian, a heart surgeon and former minister, appointed Mohammad Reza Aref as his first vice president, continuing the reformist leadership.
Iran president-elect ready for 'constructive dialogue' with Europe
The 69-year-old has called for "constructive relations" with Western countries to "get Iran out of its isolation", and favours reviving the 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and global powers.
What changes are expected under Iran's new president?
Iranians elected reformist Masoud Pezeshkian as the next president after Ebrahim Raisi's death, winning over 54% of votes with promises of improved relations with the West and reviving the 2015 nuclear deal. Pezeshkian aims to ease internet restrictions, oppose mandatory headscarf enforcement, and include more women and ethnic minorities in government. However, facing conservative dominance in state institutions, he may struggle to implement reforms and navigate regional tensions.
Iran vote winner could ease, but won't end nuclear tensions: analysts
Masoud Pezeshkian's victory in Iran's presidential elections has brought hope for easing tensions over Tehran's nuclear program, defeating ultra-conservative Saeed Jalili with support from former president Hassan Rouhani. Despite not being the primary authority on foreign policy or nuclear issues, Pezeshkian aims for constructive relations with the West, contrasting Jalili's hardline stance. However, challenges remain as Iran's nuclear program has advanced significantly, impacting potential negotiations.
Reformist Pezeshkian wins Iran's presidential runoff election, besting hard-liner Jalili
Pezeshkian promised no radical changes to Iran's Shiite theocracy in his campaign and long has held Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as the final arbiter of all matters of state in the country.
Iran's Pezeshkian brings hopes of moderation after routing hardline rival
Iran's newly elected president, moderate Masoud Pezeshkian, aims to ease social restrictions and adopt a pragmatic foreign policy. Pezeshkian, who defeated hardliner Saeed Jalili, is seen as a hopeful figure for peaceful nuclear negotiations and social liberalization. Despite limited power under Supreme Leader Khamenei, Pezeshkian pledges economic revival and increased social freedoms. His victory, supported by the reformist camp, contrasts with the policies of former hardline president Ebrahim Raisi, offering a new direction for Iran's political landscape.
Moderate Pezeshkian expected to win Iran's presidential race, Iranian source says
Masoud Pezeshkian is anticipated to win the Iranian presidential run-off, leading by three million votes over hardline rival Saeed Jalili. The moderate candidate promises to open Iran to the world and expand freedoms. Pezeshkian's lead follows historically low turnout in the first round. His potential victory may ease tensions with the West and promote social liberalization, though skepticism remains about his ability to challenge Iran's power elite. This election coincides with heightened Middle East tensions and pressures over Iran's nuclear program.
Iran holds runoff presidential vote pitting hard-line former negotiator against reformist lawmaker
Voters face a choice between the hard-line former nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili and Masoud Pezeshkian, a heart surgeon and longtime parliament member who has allied himself with moderates and reformists within Iran's Shiite theocracy.
As Iran faces a rare runoff presidential election, disenchanted voters are staying away
Iran will hold a runoff presidential election Friday, only its second since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, after only 39.9% of its voting public cast a ballot the previous week. Of over 24.5 million votes, more than 1 million ballots were later rejected - typically a sign of people feeling obligated to head to the polls but wanting to reject all the candidates.
Iran goes to a runoff election between reformist Masoud Pezeshkian and hard-liner Saeed Jalili
Iran will proceed with a runoff presidential election to replace the late President Ebrahim Raisi, as no candidate secured a majority in the initial vote. Reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian will face off against hard-line former nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili in the upcoming election, scheduled for the following Friday.
Iran seesawing vote results put race between reformist Masoud Pezeshkian and hard-liner Saeed Jalili
Early results from Iran's presidential election show a close contest between reformist Masoud Pezeshkian and hard-liner Saeed Jalili, with Pezeshkian leading with 5.3 million votes to Jalili's 4.8 million. Another candidate, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, garnered 1.6 million votes. Turnout figures were not yet disclosed. If no candidate secures over 50% of the vote, a runoff between the top two contenders will be held. This election follows the recent death of President Ebrahim Raisi, complicating Iran's political landscape amid regional tensions and internal challenges.
Days after Raisi’s death, Iran votes for a new President
Iranians voted for a new president following the death of Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, choosing from a tightly controlled group of four candidates loyal to the supreme leader. The election coincides with escalating regional tension due to war between Israel and Iran's allies Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon, as well as increased Western pressure on Iran over its fast-advancing nuclear programme.
Polls open in Iran for presidential election
Around 61 million Iranians are eligible to vote in the polls where reformist Masoud Pezeshkian, 69, hopes for a breakthrough win against a divided conservative camp.
No matter who wins Iran's presidential election, much may hinge on the 'Great Satan' US
In the waning moments of Iran's final televised presidential debate, one of the top candidates to replace the late hard-line President Ebrahim Raisi invoked the name of the one person who perhaps has done more than anyone to change the trajectory of the Islamic Republic's relationship with the wider world in recent years.
First candidate drops out of Iran presidential election, due to take place Friday amid voter apathy
United Arab Emirates - A candidate in Iran's presidential election withdrew from the race late Wednesday, becoming the first to back out in order for hard-liners to coalesce around a unity candidate in the vote to replace the late President Ebrahim Raisi.
Who are the candidates in Iran's presidential election?
Six candidates, including five conservatives and one reformist, are set to compete in Iran's presidential election on Friday to succeed the late Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash last month.
''Hamster'' crypto craze sweeps across Iran, highlights economic malaise ahead of presidential election
During an early June heatwave in Tehran, cab drivers, bikers, and pedestrians tap away on their phones playing the "Hamster Kombat" app, seeking potential wealth amid Iran's economic struggles due to Western sanctions and high inflation. With the upcoming presidential election, Iranians are turning to cryptocurrency and mobile games for hope, despite warnings from authorities about distractions and security risks associated with such apps.
Iran's Guardian Council allows six candidates to seek presidency, while barring Ahmadinejad
Iran's Guardian Council greenlit the candidacy of the country's hard-line speaker of parliament and five others for the June 28 presidential election. This decision follows a helicopter crash that claimed the lives of President Ebrahim Raisi and seven others. The council once again blocked former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, a fiery populist infamous for the crackdown that ensued after his contested 2009 re-election, from participating in the race.
Iran's hard-line former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad registers for June 28 presidential election
Iran's hard-line former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has registered as a possible candidate for the presidential election, aiming to regain the country's top political position after a helicopter crash killed the nation's president. Ahmadinejad's return comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and the West over Tehran's nuclear program, arming of Russia in its war on Ukraine, and crackdowns on dissent. The election is planned for June 28 to replace Khamenei's protege President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash in May.
After funeral, Iran's focus shifts to vote for Raisi's successor
Following the tragic death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, Iran prepares for a pivotal election to select his successor on June 28. Conservatives aim to secure a loyalist to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The election comes amidst ongoing conflicts, economic challenges, and concerns over candidate vetting. Key figures including Raisi's Vice President and former nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili have expressed interest in running the election.
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