Masoud Pezeshkian, a centrist candidate, secured victory in the Iranian presidential election, prompting congratulatory messages from world leaders.
Masoud Pezeshkian decisively won the Iranian presidential election, securing 53.7% of the votes cast in the run-off against hardliner Saeed Jalili. His victory marks a significant milestone as he becomes the ninth elected president with a pledge to open Iran to the world.
On Saturday, Pezeshkian acknowledged the challenges ahead and extended a reassuring hand to all Iranians. He expressed his commitment to stand by them on the journey ahead and urged for mutual support.
World leaders, including Russia's President Vladimir Putin, Saudi Arabia's King Salman, and Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev, congratulated Pezeshkian on his electoral success. These leaders expressed their hopes for strengthened bilateral relations and cooperation with Iran under the new presidency.
On the international front, leaders from Venezuela, China, India, Iraq, Pakistan, Kuwait, and Syria also extended their congratulations to Pezeshkian. Messages of commitment to enhance mutual ties, promote regional stability, and collaborate on shared interests were a common theme in these congratulatory statements.
The overwhelming show of support from global leaders reflects the significance of Pezeshkian's victory in the Iranian presidential election and sets a positive tone for future diplomatic engagements.
Source: ALJAZEERA
ALJAZEERA MEDIA NETWORK