Iranian parliament summons Ahmadinejad

The Iranian parliament has summoned President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to answer questions about his alleged mismanagement of the country's economy, Iranian media reported.

The summons -- the first of its kind for an Iranian leader -- come ahead of next month's parliamentary elections.

Mohammad Reza Bahnoar, the deputy speaker of the Majlis, said the president must appear before lawmakers within one month.

Ahmadinejad will be queried on his economic record, including an improper implementation of an aid package, and his administration's domestic and foreign policy, the Fars news agency reported.

Lawmakers will also question Ahmadinejad over his attempts to curb the powers of the Majlis.

- Siasat News