U.N. 's Ban Ki - moon called on Iran to take a ` ` constructive stance '' in the conflict . Rouhani cites ` ` the victory of peace and tolerance over extremism and ill tempers '' Hassan Rouhani appealed to traditional conservatives and reform - minded Muslims . He has a reputation for shunning extreme positions and bridging differences . British Foreign Office spokesman asks winner to choose ` ` a different course '' for Iran .
U.N. 's Ban Ki - moon called on Iran to take a ` ` constructive stance '' in the conflict . Rouhani cites ` ` the victory of peace and tolerance over extremism and ill tempers '' Hassan Rouhani appealed to traditional conservatives and reform - minded Muslims . British Foreign Office spokesman asks winner to choose ` ` a different course '' for Iran .