VOICED : Iran's Rouhani: a moderate cleric open to the world

The transcript discusses the re-election of a 68-year-old cleric in Iran, who campaigned for social change. His first term included a significant 2015 nuclear deal that lifted many sanctions, but critics argue he exaggerated its economic benefits. Despite reducing inflation, his popularity suffered due to economic stagnation and high unemployment. He claims to have kept his promises but faced obstacles. The cleric aims to lift remaining sanctions and improve relations with the West, seeking more time to address the economic downturn affecting national morale.

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