The story: As Iran’s presidential candidates gear up for the first of five televised debates, some hopefuls are elaborating on their foreign policy priorities—and dropping hints about who they may prefer as chief diplomats.

This comes as one hardline candidate has raised eyebrows by appearing on state television with new advisers who are currently serving government officials, leading to accusations of a conflict of interest.

The coverage: Hardline presidential hopeful Saeed Jalili appeared in a televised discussion program on June 14 along with two advisers who...