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    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.

      Iran opens registration for the June presidential election after Raisi died in a helicopter crash

      Iran opened registration for candidates in the upcoming presidential election, which will replace the late Ebrahim Raisi. The election comes amidst heightened tensions with the US and protests in Iran. Candidates must be between 40 to 75 years old with a master's degree. The Guardian Council, overseen by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, will approve candidates. The election follows low turnouts in previous elections, reflecting discontent with the ruling cleric. Potential candidates include Mohammad Mokhber, Saeed Jalili, and former presidents Ahmadinejad and Khatami.

      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.

      Ayatollah Ali Khamenei set to tighten grip in Iran vote as frustrations grow

      The race to succeed President Hassan Rouhani, a pragmatist, will be between five hardliners who embrace Khamenei's strongly anti-Western world view, including Raisi and former nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili, and two low-key moderates.

      Iran approves 7 for presidential vote, bars Rouhani allies

      The announcement carried by state television puts judiciary chief Ebrahim Raisi, who is linked to mass executions in 1988, in the dominant position for the upcoming vote.

      Hassan Rouhani keeps the nuclear deal afloat

      The deal comes as welcome news to Iranians fed up with years of stagnation, rising prices and few jobs.

      Narendra Modi becoming PM good for Indian markets: Aliastar Newton, Nomura

      "If Modi is the next Prime Minister of India, it will certainly be seen as a positive by financial markets given his track record in Gujarat on economic reform."

      CAD, Fed withdrawing QE to determine direction of rupee: Suyash Choudhary, IDFC

      "A large part of RBI’s learning will stem from that experience which now we know on hindsight was not very successful. "

      Iran nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili enters presidential race

      Iran's top nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili today registered to stand in the June 14 presidential election, joining several conservative hopefuls aiming to succeed Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

      "Crude inventories climbed by 9,04,000 barrels last week to 373.4 million, the highest level since December."

      Despite the recent setbacks in the relationship, New Delhi is going all out to convince Iran that it wants to elevate its ties with Tehran to the strategic level.

      The UN Security Council on Thursday unanimously adopted a resolution aimed at stemming the spread of nuclear weapons.

      Iranian, European and US officials were to meet here Saturday for talks on Tehran's nuclear programme with all sides voicing optimism that there would be a positive outcome.

      EU foreign policy chief Javier Solana will meet Iran's nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili in Geneva on Saturday, Solana's spokeswoman Cristina Gallach has confirmed.

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