Rouhani Faces Post-Election Economic Challenge
Rouhani outlined a harsh economy with high inflation and unemployment worsened by sanctions. He warned Ahmadinejad overstated gains and highlighted concern for educated youths, saying 4.5 million university graduates may be unemployed within four years.
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Rouhani’s Path to Moderate Rule Faces Supreme Leader Oversight
Rouhani pledges a moderate tone but remains answerable to Ayatollah Khamenei. His approval by Iran’s rulers and need to gain Khame nei’s consent constrain independence. His main task is to persuade the supreme leader that closer ties with Washington could ease sanctions and boost Iran’s economy.
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The Nuclear Standoff Between Iran and the West
Optimism grows in Iran and the West that Rouhani may restart talks on the nuclear issue while the Obama administration signals willingness to engage. Iran’s leadership remains skeptical about a deal, and past negotiations show volatility. Rouhani once urged suspension of enrichment, a 2003 stance that collapsed in 2005 as critics labeled him a sellout. Iran maintains its program for research and energy, while the U.S. fears weapons development.
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Royce Backs Tough Iran Sanctions Move After Election
Rep Ed Royce says Iran's nuclear push continues despite a new president and backs tougher sanctions. Eurasia Group’s Cliff Kupchan cautions against new penalties before Rouhani can prove policy changes.
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Iran invites heads of state except U S and Israel event
Iran invites many regional leaders to a parliament ceremony not public, with attendance by Afghan Pakistan Tajikistan Venezuela Lebanon Iraq Syria and other high officials while Britain and EU limit representation. Ahmadinejad aims to create a university after his presidency.
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