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Iran reformist Masoud Pezeskhkian wins presidential runoff

Mr Pezeshkian's supporters have been celebrating on the streets of Tehran.

Iran's presidential election has been won by the reformist candidate, Masoud Pezeshkian, prompting celebrations on the streets of Tehran.

Joe Biden has insisted he's the best person to beat Donald Trump in the race for the White House, despite mounting concern among fellow Democrats caused by his poor performance in a TV debate.

And a senior figure within Britain's Labour party tells us how she thinks Keir Starmer will approach running the country.

Presenter Julian Worricker is joined by Baroness Helic, a member of the House of Lords, and John McTernan, political strategist and commentator.

(Photo: Masoud Pezeshkian and his daughter greet the crowd during an election campaign in Tehran, Iran, 03 July 2024. Credit: EPA)

50 minutes

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  • Sat 6 Jul 202406:06GMT