This blog sometimes points out countries assisting Iran, and helping it delay a decision to move from a revolutionary country to a normal state.  Here is another such article.  “A space quad: Russia, China, North Korea and Iran,” Asia Times, 6-28-24.  Space cooperation is another element to the relationship among Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea, who already cooperate in weapons sales, energy, and finance.

Only country in the world where a candidate would say this.  “Iran’s sole reformist candidate wants warm ties ‘with all countries except Israel’,” 6-28-24.  And he’s not even identified as a hardliner.

“Iran Election Pits Engagement With West Against More Confrontation,” WSJ, 6-28-24.

“With Voter Discontent High, Turnout Appears to Plummet in Iran,” NYT, 6-28-24.