Iranian candidate backs out of presidential race to give reforms a chance
The move is likely to benefit centrist candidate Hasan Rowhani who is seen as a moderate face.
Written by Associated Press
Tehran |
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Iran8217;s state TV is reporting that a pro-reform candidate has withdrawn from the June 14 presidential election.
The Tuesday report did not elaborate on the reason that Mohammad Reza Aref withdrew. But Aref8217;s website said he made the decision at the urging of reformist ex-president Mohammad Khatami.
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