Masoud Pezeshkian, a reformist leader, has officially taken the oath of office as the President of Iran. His victory in the recent presidential election marked a significant shift in Iranian politics, as he defeated Saeed Jalili, a prominent hardliner candidate. The swearing-in ceremony, held on Tuesday in the Iranian parliament, was attended by dignitaries from various countries.
During the ceremony, Pezeshkian pledged his commitment to upholding the principles of the Islamic Republic system and the constitution, stating, “I as the president, in front of the Holy Koran and the people of Iran, swear to almighty God to be the guardian of the official religion and the Islamic Republic system and the constitution of the country.” His words, reported by AFP, underscored his dedication to serving the Iranian people and adhering to the nation’s core values.
Pezeshkian’s victory was particularly notable considering the political landscape of the election. Out of the six candidates approved by the Guardian Council to contest the elections, Pezeshkian was the sole reformist candidate, while the remaining contenders were all hardliners. This made his triumph all the more significant, signaling a potential shift in Iran’s political direction. The inauguration of Masoud Pezeshkian as President of Iran opens a new chapter for the country, with many looking forward to the implementation of his reformist agenda.
