Reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian has widened his lead over hard-liner Saeed Jalili in Iran’s presidential runoff election. The vote comes amid heightened regional tensions, with Iran’s nuclear program and potential U.S. election outcomes playing a significant role. Despite a low turnout in the first round, officials hoped for higher participation in the runoff. The election results could have a significant impact on Iran’s foreign policy and its relationship with the West.