Masoud Pezeshkian, the new reformist president who promises changes in Iran.

The reformist Masoud Pezeshkian has become the new president of Iran, after defeating his hardline conservative rival, Saeed Jalili, in the elections. This historic victory came after Pezeshkian won 53.3% of the votes in the presidential runoff, surpassing Jalili, who received 44.3%. Pezeshkian's election marks a shift in the country's political direction, promising to end Iran's isolation on the international stage. Masoud Pezeshkian, a cardiac surgeon and member of Parliament, has been a prominent figure in Iranian politics. Born in Mahabad, a Kurdish city in western Iran, Pezeshkian has served as a lawmaker for five terms and held the vice presidency of Parliament. His political career has been characterized by his criticism of Iran's controversial morality police and his pledge to seek constructive negotiations with Western powers to renew the 2015 nuclear agreement. During his campaign, Pezeshkian also committed to implementing structural reforms in Iran, aiming for a more just and balanced development for the country. Additionally, he expressed willingness to reduce government control over the internet and to relax the stance on the hijab. His election represents a shift in Iranian politics away from conservative positions and towards greater openness in the country. Pezeshkian has shown his allegiance to Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and has supported his decisions. However, his electoral victory has raised hopes for a new beginning for Iran, with the possibility of reducing tensions with the West and achieving effective reintegration into the international community. His support for the 2009 protests and his experience as Health Minister during the government of Mohammad Khatami have positioned him as a significant figure in Iranian politics. In contrast, the conservative candidate Saeed Jalili, representing the status quo and a hardline anti-Western stance, has been defeated in the elections. Jalili, known for his opposition to restoring the nuclear agreement, has enjoyed strong support among Iran's more religious communities. However, Pezeshkian's victory reflects a desire for change and openness in Iranian society, which has celebrated the triumph of the reformist candidate. The voter turnout in the elections, standing at 49%, nine points higher than in the first round, reflects citizens' interest in Iran's political future. Many voters flocked to the polls to prevent Jalili from assuming the presidency and leading the country towards further confrontation with the West. Pezeshkian's victory has been met with celebrations in the streets of Tehran and other cities, where the population has shown their support for the new president. While elections in Iran are conditioned by religious authorities and the Guardian Council, which excluded 74 candidates from the presidential race, Pezeshkian's election represents a step towards a more inclusive and dialogue-oriented future for the country. With his promise of structural reforms and commitment to openness and dialogue, Masoud Pezeshkian emerges as a president who seeks to build bridges both within and outside of Iran. His victory marks a milestone in the country's political history and opens up new possibilities for its development and projection on the international stage.