Iran’s Embattled Leadership Calls for Support in Face of Electoral Test

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani sought to rally support for the country’s leadership on the anniversary of the 1979 revolution, urging Iranians to convert out in large numbers to vote in parliamentary elections subsequent 7 days and bolster the federal government as it confronts the U.S.

“Elections are just one of the fantastic achievements of the Islamic Revolution,” Mr. Rouhani reported in a speech in Tehran’s Azadi Sq. on Tuesday, contacting the revolution a “choice” of the Iranian individuals. “Let’s not convert our again on the ballot box.”

…