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What percentage of eligible voters participated in the first round of voting, according to Masoud Pezeshkian?
What percentage of eligible voters participated in the first round of voting, according to Masoud Pezeshkian?
Why was Iranian singer Shervin Hajipour arrested?
Why was Iranian singer Shervin Hajipour arrested?
Who did Masoud Pezeshkian participate in a televised debate with?
Who did Masoud Pezeshkian participate in a televised debate with?
What was Masoud Pezeshkian's profession before becoming president-elect of Iran?
What was Masoud Pezeshkian's profession before becoming president-elect of Iran?
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What was the event that led to the Iranian voters' disenchantment, according to the passage?
What was the event that led to the Iranian voters' disenchantment, according to the passage?
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What is the current level of uranium enrichment in Iran, according to the passage?
What is the current level of uranium enrichment in Iran, according to the passage?
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Who is the main advocate of Masoud Pezeshkian's presidential campaign, according to the passage?
Who is the main advocate of Masoud Pezeshkian's presidential campaign, according to the passage?
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What is the reason behind the Iranians' loss of backing in society, according to Pezeshkian's statement?
What is the reason behind the Iranians' loss of backing in society, according to Pezeshkian's statement?
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What was the outcome of the 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, according to the passage?
What was the outcome of the 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, according to the passage?
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Why did Masoud Pezeshkian withdraw his candidacy for president in 2011?
Why did Masoud Pezeshkian withdraw his candidacy for president in 2011?
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What is the significance of the song 'Baraye' in Masoud Pezeshkian's presidential campaign?
What is the significance of the song 'Baraye' in Masoud Pezeshkian's presidential campaign?
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What has been the impact of Masoud Pezeshkian's criticism of the US on his political career?
What has been the impact of Masoud Pezeshkian's criticism of the US on his political career?
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Study Notes
Masoud Pezeshkian's Campaign
- Pezeshkian attributed the discontent among Iranians to the government's behavior, high prices, treatment of girls, and internet censorship.
- He aligned himself with moderate and reformist figures during his campaign to replace late Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi.
Pezeshkian's Background
- In 2006, Pezeshkian was elected as a lawmaker representing Tabriz.
- He later served as a deputy parliament speaker and backed reformist and moderate causes.
- Analysts often described him as an "independent" rather than allied with a specific voting bloc.
Pezeshkian's Positions
- He honored Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, wearing its uniform to parliament.
- He criticized the US and praised the Guard for shooting down an American drone in 2019.
- His campaign slogan is "For Iran", a possible play on the popular song "Baraye" by Shervin Hajipour.
Challenges Ahead
- Pezeshkian acknowledged the challenge ahead of him, particularly after the low turnout of the first round of voting.
- He recognized that 60% of eligible voters did not accept the government, citing issues with their behavior.
Iran's Political Climate
- The country has seen a bloody crackdown on dissent following nationwide protests over Mahsa Amini's death and the mandatory hijab.
- Iran now enriches uranium to near-weapons-grade levels, with a large enough stockpile to build several bombs if it chooses to do so.
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Description
This quiz is about Masoud Pezeshkian, a heart surgeon turned Iran's new reformist president-elect. It covers his views on the country's current state and his potential reforms.
