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The Rest Is Politics

282. Starmer’s first week, Le Pen’s loss in France, and Iran’s new president

Jul 9, 2024
Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell discuss France's recent election, Keir Starmer's actions in the UK, and Iran's new president, Masoud Pezeshkian. They cover the transition in France, Starmer's first week, and the implications of Iran's new leadership. The podcast also explores Tony Blair's criticisms, the use of ChatGPT for research, and potential future Conservative leaders.
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  • Iran's new president faces complex power dynamics and challenges from influential institutions within the country.
  • Significant voter absenteeism in Iran's election raises doubts about the president's mandate and authority.

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Newly Elected Iranian President's Background and Policies

The newly elected Iranian President, Massoud Pezesh -Kiaten, has a diverse background, being half Azeri and half Kurdish, and has faced personal tragedies, raising his children as a single parent. As a heart surgeon and a cardiologist, he brings a unique perspective to Iranian politics. He aims to improve Iran's relations with the US to lift sanctions damaging Iran's economy, focusing on a strategy to ease tensions and sanctions.

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