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The election of reformist-backed Masoud Pezeshkian as Iran's new president marks a potential shift from the country's recent hardline leadership. His victory presents a complex diplomatic challenge for Canada, which recently designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. Ottawa must now navigate its firm stance on human rights and accountability, particularly concerning the downing of Flight PS752, with the possibility of renewed international dialogue. Pezeshkian's presidency could influence nuclear deal negotiations and regional stability, forcing a re-evaluation of Western strategies toward Tehran.