US monitors Iran election fallout

WASHINGTON, June 13 (UPI) -- The White House said Saturday it was monitoring the aftermath of presidential election in Iran, including allegations of irregularities in the voting.Press Secretary Robert Gibbs said in a written statement: "Like the rest of the world, we were impressed by the vigorous debate and enthusiasm that this election generated, particularly among young Iranians. We continue to monitor the entire situation closely, including reports of irregularities."

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