Iranian MPs debating Raeisi's proposed cabinet lineup

Iranian lawmakers have started another session of debating the proposed cabinet lineup of President Ebrahim Raeisi. This is the third day of reviewing the qualifications of the proposed ministers in parliament. The legislators began the process on Saturday after the president defended his choices before the parliament. The sessions include speeches by supporters and opponents of each nominee. The process will continue until Wednesday when a vote of confidence is expected. The Iranian president will have up to three months to name a replacement in case any of the proposed ministers fails to win the vote. Raeisi has pledged to tackle the coronavirus pandemic and spur the economy as priorities in his government.