Iran: Conservative hard-liners who look hostile in Europe and the United States extend seats?

The first parliamentary election was held in Iran on April 21 for the first time in four years. In the face of the worsening economic situation due to US sanctions, it is anticipated that the opposition to Europe and the United States will increase its seats, and Iran's hostility may be strengthened in the future.

In Iran, parliamentary elections have been held for the first time in four years on 21st, and counting is continuing, with a large number expected to emerge within a few days.

In this election, how much the "conservative hardliners" who are hostile to Europe and the United States will extend their seats in contrast to "reformers" and "moderates" who have held a majority in the parliament and have talked with the United States and Europe. It is the biggest focus.

In Iran, the economic situation has deteriorated due to the sanctions by the US Trump administration, and the public's gaze on President Rouhani, who has led the nuclear agreement, and the "reformers" and "moderates" that support it, are increasing.

In addition, many candidates for "reformists" have been disqualified by an organization that reviews candidates in advance, and it is expected that conservative hard-liners will increase their seats this time.

In Iran, Supreme Leader Khamenei has absolute power, but the Congressional Chairman also has political influence, and if election results lead to a majority of "conservative hardliners," Iran's hostility may also increase.