Iran Records Lowest Election Turnout Since 1979 Amid Economic Crisis and Dissent

Despite extended voting hours and efforts to boost participation, only 41% of eligible voters cast their ballots, with hardline politicians dominating the results.

• Iran's election turnout hits historic low with only 41% participation, marking a significant drop in voter engagement.
• Extended voting hours and attempts to increase voter turnout were unsuccessful amid a deepening economic crisis and widespread dissent.
• Hardline politicians, including President Ebrahim Raisi, secure dominant positions in both parliamentary and Assembly of Experts elections.
• Former president Mohammad Khatami's refusal to vote and the disqualification of thousands of candidates highlight the election's lack of competitiveness.
• The election's outcome reflects a broader disillusionment with the possibility of reform within the Islamic Republic, amid international criticism of the electoral process.

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