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Podcast: Mission Network News - Middle East
Episode: Will Pezeshkian win benefit Iran’s minorities?
Description: Iran (MNN) — Few expected the reformist wildcard Masoud Pezeshkian to win Iran’s presidential election run-off nine days ago. However, as reality sets in, “People are starting to dare to hope, but we have to wait and see,” says Lana Silk, the U.S. CEO of Transform Iran.
“I don’t think anyone doubts his intent. He’s probably the most ‘normal’ Iranian if you want to use those words, of all of those who ran for the office of president.”
Pezeshkian’s likeability could benefit Iran’s minorities, she adds. Plus, “he’s relatable,” Silk says.
“He is from...