What a hard-line Iranian president means for his country, and region
Aug 11, 2021
3 minutes
The swearing-in of President Ebrahim Raisi signals the culmination of a hard-line Iranian political retrenchment that will reverberate deeply in the country and beyond. He assumes office under a cloud of illegitimacy, after winning a one-sided June vote that saw the lowest-ever turnout in an Iranian presidential race.
The ascent of the former judiciary chief – tainted further by his role in the execution of thousands of political prisoners in 1988 – puts conservatives
What happens to nuclear talks with the U.S.?Will Iran’s support for regional militias be affected?How will Mr. Raisi cope with domestic challenges?You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.
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