The Iranian Message
Hassan Rowhani's unexpected first-round victory in Iran's presidential election could open doors for the country, both for diplomacy and for its sanctions-ravaged economy. Though efforts to chart a new diplomatic path will meet serious obstacles, the international community should listen to the message that Iran's voters have sent.
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MADRID – The Iranian people have spoken, and their voice has been heard. More than 70% of eligible voters turned out to elect the most moderate of the eight presidential candidates approved by the Guardian Council, the body that, among other things, vets candidates for public office. Hassan Rowhani’s unexpected first-round victory could open doors, both for diplomacy and for Iran’s sanctions-ravaged economy.