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Iran: Will the new 'reformist' president change anything?
Jul 11, 2024
BBC Persian's senior reporter Parham Ghobadi and women's affairs reporter Faranak Amidi discuss Iran's new president, Masoud Pezeshkian, and the challenges he faces in bringing change, including healing divisions and opening talks with the West. They explore the limitations of his power, impact of sanctions, social unrest, Iran's involvement in regional conflicts, and challenges in opposition to a dysfunctional regime.
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- President-elect Pezeshkian aims to mend internal divisions and engage in constructive talks with the West.
- Iranian voters' disillusionment with past reformist efforts and doubts about significant political changes despite new president's promises.
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Iran's New President and Promises for Change
Masoud Pezashqian, Iran's newly elected president, promises to listen to the people and address their concerns. As a former heart surgeon and ex-health minister, Pezashqian aims to mend divisions at home and improve Iran's international relations, including negotiations over the nuclear program. Although he criticizes the strict enforcement of hijab, doubts linger about his ability to bring significant reforms given the real power of Ayatollah Khamenei.
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