Masoud Pezeshkian Leads Iran's Run-Off Election

Moderate candidate Masoud Pezeshkian leads in Iran's run-off presidential election, with early unofficial tallies showing a significant lead over hardline opponent Saeed Jalili.

Moderate candidate Masoud Pezeshkian is leading the run-off presidential election in Iran, according to an early unofficial tally obtained by Reuters from an Iranian source.

The source revealed that Pezeshkian holds a significant lead over his hardline opponent, Saeed Jalili, based on the votes counted so far.

This early indication suggests a potential shift in the political landscape of Iran, should the trend hold throughout the final count. (Writing by Parisa Hafezi Editing by Chris Reese)

(With inputs from agencies.)