TEHRAN – The winner of Iran’s July 5 runoff presidential elections met with the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Saturday.

During the meeting, Ayatollah Khamenei congratulated Masoud Pezeshkian on his victory in the election and commended the increased voter turnout in the second round. He expressed hope that Pezeshkian would lead the country towards progress and prosperity by harnessing the potential of the people and other resources available.

The Leader also offered his prayers and best wishes for the success of the president-elect and provided some valuable recommendations for the future.

Ayatollah Khamenei met with Pezesehkian’s defeated rival, Saeed Jalili, as well, thanking him for his constructive positions while taking part in the snap elections.