Hardliners set to tighten grip in Iran vote as frustration mounts

Hardliners set to tighten grip in Iran vote as frustration mounts

DUBAI: Iranians vote for a new parliament on Friday, but growing frustration over economic woes and discontent at the hardline clerical rulers’ restrictions on political and social freedoms are set to keep many people at home. State TV reported polling stations opened their doors to voters at 8 a.m. (0430 GMT). Voting is scheduled to … Read more