Rights Council Raps Harassment of Iranian Voters Abroad
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Human Rights Council condemned assault and battery against a number of expatriates who had taken part in Friday’s presidential election in the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
Ebrahim Raeisi Elected Iran’s New President, Preliminary Results Show
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – With more than 90% of the ballots in Iran’s presidential election counted, Seyed Ebrahim Raeisi has won over 17.8 million votes, becoming the winner and the 8th president of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
President Hails Iranians for Epic Participation in Elections
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The outgoing president of Iran praised Iranian voters for their “epic” presence in the Friday’s presidential election, saying the magnificent turnout has disappointed the enemies and ill-wishers.
Four Presidential Candidates Vote in Iran Elections
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The four candidates running for president in Iran cast their ballots in the nationwide elections on Friday.
World’s Eyes on Iran Elections: President Rouhani
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – President of Iran Hassan Rouhani called on all people to take part in the ongoing elections that have attracted global attention.
Polls Open in Iran Presidential Election (+Photos)
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Polling stations across Iran opened on Friday morning for the 13th presidential election, the 6th City and Village Councils elections, as well as the Parliament and the Assembly of Experts’ midterm election.
Second Candidate Withdraws from Iran Presidential Election
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Alireza Zakani became the second candidate to withdraw from the Iranian presidential race on Wednesday, saying he has pulled out of the competition in favor of Ebrahim Raeisi.
Voting Sole Way to Address Problems: Iranian President
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – President of Iran Hassan Rouhani described elections as the only way to settle the country’s problems, stressing that alienation of voters will not help address anything.
Army Invites Iranians to Vote, Thwart Hostile Plots
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Army highlighted the important role that a high turnout in the upcoming elections would play in foiling the enemy’s plots and supporting the Armed Forces.
Over 230 Polling Places to Be Available Abroad for Iranian Expats in Friday Election
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The spokesman for the Foreign Ministry of Iran said the Iranian expatriates can cast their ballots in the June 18 presidential election in more than 230 polling stations in the foreign countries.
Everybody Should Vote, Iran’s President Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called on all people to vote in the upcoming presidential election, advising the candidates to refrain from downplaying the achievements of his administration gained under the pressure of sanctions and economic war.
Official Raps Canada’s Refusal to Allow for Iran Presidential Voting on Its Soil
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Iranian official lashed out at the Canadian government for its “illegal” move to refuse to cooperate with Tehran in opening the way for Iranians residing in the North American country to cast their ballots in the upcoming presidential election.
Turkish Diplomat: Iran Presidential Election A Glorious Show of Democracy
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A Turkish deputy foreign minister congratulated Iran on holding a successful and democratic presidential election, describing the high turnout as a testimony to the significance that Iranians attach to the future of their country.
Single Coalition Wins All Seats in Tehran City Council
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The final results of the 5th City and Village Councils elections in Iran indicate that the candidates in a list known as reformists have gained the whole 21 seats in Tehran’s City Council.
Iranian Speaker Calls on President to Prioritize People’s Demands
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani offered his congratulations to President Hassan Rouhani over his re-election and urged him to put addressing the people’s demands top on his agenda.
Time to Meet Popular Demands: Mayor of Tehran Says after Presidential Vote
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The time has come to satisfy popular demands with the conclusion of the presidential election, said Mayor of Tehran Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf who withdrew from Iran’s presidential race and ended a campaign that focused on criticism of President Hassan Rouhani.
High Turnout in Polls Proves Iranians’ Fondness for Islamic Establishment: Velayati
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Head of the Strategic Research Center of Iran’s Expediency Council Ali Akbar Velayati praised the people’s massive presence in the country’s recent elections and said the more than 70-percent participation proved that Iranians are still interested in their Islamic Revolution.
Early Election Results: Reformists Dominate Tehran City Council
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – With over 60 percent of the ballots in the 5th City and Village Councils elections counted in Iran’s capital of Tehran, candidates of a 21-member list known as reformists have won all of the seats in Tehran’s City Council.
