Presidential Election

MFA doubling effort to hold presidential election abroad

TEHRAN, Jun. 16 (MNA) – Following the special emphasis of Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs will double its effort in successful holding of Iran 2021 Presidential Election overseas.

IRGC calls for huge turnout in presidential election

TEHRAN, Jun. 16 (MNA) – Stating that every vote is tantamount to a missile, the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps in a statement called on people from all walks of life to massively participate in upcoming election.

Parl. speaker:

People to determine Iran's destiny through ballot box

TEHRAN, Jun. 16 (MNA) – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that ballot box is manifestation of participation of people from all walks of life in determination of destiny of the country.

High turnout gives more prestige to IR establishment: Leader

TEHRAN, Jun. 16 (MNA) – The Leader of the Islamic Revolution said Wednesday that the Western media and enemies seek to undermine and weaken Iran, stressing that people participation in elections will secure the country against foreign plots.

Rouhani calls on all Iranians to participate in Fri. election

TEHRAN, Jun. 16 (MNA) – Stressing that the Friday presidential election is a significant and crucial issue in the country, President Rouhani called on all Iranians to go to the polls.

Mehr-Alizadeh says would continue supporting Resistance

TEHRAN, Jun. 13 (MNA) – Hailing the role of Resistance in preventing the spread of terrorism and foreign infiltration in the region, the Iranian presidential candidate said he would continue supporting the Resistance Axis and the Muslim people.

In final presidential debate;

Raeisi says will abide by JCPOA if nation’s interests secured

TEHRAN, Jun. 12 (MNA) – The main Principlist candidate said in the final presidential debate Sat. that he will continue the JCPOA if it secures the nation’s interests, accusing Rouhani’s administration of not being able to implement the deal.

Last round of presidential debate set to be held today

TEHRAN, Jun. 12 (MNA) – The third debate of candidates for the 13th presidential election (Iran 2021 Presidential Election) will be held at 5 p.m. (local time) at Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) on Saturday.

Number of poll stations, voting hours to be increased

TEHRAN, Jun. 09 (MNA) –  In order to observe health protocols and social distance measures, it was decided that the number of poll stations and the voting hours will be increased in Iran Presidential Election, the Iranian Interior Minister said.

'Social, political' issues 2nd presidential debate main focus

TEHRAN, Jun. 08 (MNA) – The 2nd debate of candidates for the 13th presidential election (Iran 2021 Presidential Election) was held at the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) with the focus on cultural, social, and political issues.

Interior min. says necessary measures taken for election day

TEHRAN, Jun. 07 (MNA) – The Iranian Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli said Monday that the pandemic is in decline in the country, adding that there is full readiness for holding a safe and lawful election on June 18.

More than 59mn Iranians eligible to cast vote in election

TEHRAN, Jun. 07 (MNA) – A spokesperson for the Election Office of the Iranian Ministry of Interior announced that more than 59 million Iranians are eligible to cast vote in the 2021 presidential election.

Velayati congrats Syrian Pres. Bashar al-Assad on re-election

TEHRAN, May 30 (MNA) – The Top Advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ali-Akbar Velayati congratulated Bashar al-Assad on his re-election as President of Syrian Arab Republic.

Ghalibaf felicitates successful holding of elections in Syria

TEHRAN, May 29 (MNA) – In a message on Friday, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf congratulated his Syrian counterpart on holding a successful presidential election.

Venezuela Pres. felicitates his Syrian counterpart on victory

TEHRAN, May 27 (MNA) – On behalf of President Nicolas Maduro, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Jorge Arreaza congratulated Bashar al-Assad on his victory in the Syrian election.

Chinese foreign ministry spox.:

Beijing firmly supports Syria for protecting its sovereignty

TEHRAN, May 28 (MNA) – On Friday, China congratulated Syrian President Bashar al-Assad for winning a fourth term in the May 26 election.

Iran congratulates Syria on holding a successful election

TEHRAN, May 28 (MNA) – Issuing a statement on Friday, the Iranian foreign ministry congratulated the Syrian government and people on the successful holding of the election and the victory of Bashar Assad.

More than 1.3 mn Iranian youth to cast vote for first time

TEHRAN, May 28 (MNA) –A spokesperson for the Election Office of the Iranian Ministry of Interior announced that in the upcoming presidential election, more than 1.3 million people will cast their votes for the first time.

Bashar Assad wins Syrian election with 95% of vote

TEHRAN, May 27 (MNA) – Syrian President Bashar al-Assad won a fourth term in office with 95.1% of the votes in an election.

Iran supporting choice of Syrian nation

TEHRAN, May 27 (MNA) – Stating that Syria has strongly stood against terrorism so as to defend its independence, territorial integrity, and sovereignty, a senior Iranian advisor stressed, "We support the choice of the Syrian people."