Iranians split on presidential vote

TEHRAN, June 21 (AFP): With just a week remaining before a presidential election, Iranians are divided over whether voting will address pressing economic issues and mandatory hijab laws.
Iranians head to the polls on June 28 to choose from six candidates-five conservatives and a relative reformist-to succeed Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash last month.
The election comes as Iran grapples with economic pressures, international sanctions and enforcement of the compulsory headscarves for women.
"They promise change, but won't do much," said Hamid Habibi, a 54-year-old shop owner at Tehran's bustling Grand Bazar.
"I've watched the debates and campaigns; they speak beautifully but need to back their words with action," he said.