Iranian Parliamentary Election Results

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Iranian hard-line politicians dominate country's parliamentary election, maintaining their hold on the legislature; some moderate and independent lawmakers also elected; low turnout suspected due to boycott calls and voter apathy; election marks dissatisfaction with the current regime.

Key Points

  • 245 out of 290 parliamentary seats decided in the first round
  • Remaining 45 seats to have runoff elections
  • 200 politicians supported by hard-line groups elected
  • Only 11 women elected out of 245 winning candidates

Pros

  • Hard-line politicians maintain their hold on the Iranian parliament
  • Some moderate and independent lawmakers also elected

Cons

  • Low turnout suspected due to boycott calls and voter apathy