Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Saturdaywhich he called a "powerful country" that the U.S. cannot harm. Iran is a powerful country and people like Mr. Trump or the United States administration cannot hurt Iran," he said.U.S. He added that"Those who are the directors must give the role (of president) to a person who can pull it off best. It later turned out to be untrue," he continued.Ahmadinejad's candidacy has left many inside Iran scratching their heads. He registered to run on the same day as did his former Vice President Hamid Baghaei, saying at the time his decision was meant to support his political ally.