It appears that Iranian President Ahmadinejad is in some hot water with the Iranian Parliament.
This is the first summons of an Iranian President since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. The main reason behind this summons is the current state of the Iranian economy. Leading officials and clerics have questions for Ahmadinejad as to why the economy has deteriorated to the point that it has and also some of the reasoning behind his foreign and domestic policy decisions.
It is also no secret that there are mounting disagreements between Ahmadinejad and higher officials. According to the article,
"Although they focus on the economy - seeking explanations for perceived failures to enact legislation, tackle unemployment and pay subsidies - some delve into the rift between Mr Ahmadinejad and Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, which has been widening for some time."
This could mean a shake up in upcoming elections and could certainly weaken Ahmadinejad, though he cannot stand for a third term. May of the Presidents decisions have been questioned and/or reversed by the Iranian Parliament over the last year. It will be interesting to see which direction this trend will take.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-16928642
Post by: Rima Gungor
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