An earlier statement by Guardian Council had asserted that the complaints would be given effect after the preliminary announcement of the list of qualified candidates. “Those disqualified in the preliminary process of the 5th Assembly of Experts elections should file their complaint according to Note 2 of Article 16 of the Assembly of Experts Elections Act and submit it within maximum of 3 days beginning January 28,” the statement said.
On Tuesday, Siamak Rahpeik, Guardian Council member and Central Elections Supervisory Body Spokesperson told reporters that of 373 preliminary candidates, 166 candidates had been qualified for running their election campaign.
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