The former president of Iran wishes to once again become head of state – he is already being registered

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has expressed a desire to return to the helm of the Islamic state.

For this purpose, he arrived at the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the republic, where the election headquarters is located.

There, Ahmadinejad is registering as a candidate for the upcoming presidential elections in Iran.

About this MIA “Russia Today” with reference to Iranian state television.

Mahmoud Ahmadinejad entered the Ministry of Internal Affairs to register for the presidential elections, the news agency quotes him as saying.

Let us remind you that after the death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a plane crash, early presidential elections were scheduled for June 28.

Registration of those wishing to run for this post started on May 30 – at the moment, almost 20 applicants are registered.

For the first time in the history of Iran, a woman has been registered; Zohreh Elahian will be a candidate.

The registration process will end on June 3, after which candidates will be checked throughout the week to see if they meet the country’s legal requirements.

The final list of candidates for the presidency will be announced on June 11.

Then, from June 12 to 16, the pre-election campaign stage will take place. A day before the elections, a “day of silence” will be announced.

If there is a need for a second round, it will be held on July 5.

Previously, Iran had a version about the crash of Ebrahim Raisi’s helicopter due to sabotage.