Before becoming internationally known, what was Khatami's status?
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Military commander
Little known internationally
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Answer
Little known internationally, Khatami gained prominence as a reformist cleric within Iran. His election as the fifth President of Iran in 1997 surprised many and marked a shift towards political openness and a desire for improved relations with the West.
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