Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani's Memoirs - December 28, 1999 Sheikh Ahmad Jannati expressed complaints about the situation at the Guardian Council, as well as the current state of affairs in the Assembly of Experts' secretariat, which he is responsible for man

Sheikh Mohammad Reza Abbasi-Fard visited, encouraging me to participate in the elections and suggesting I take part in election campaign programs, but I expressed my reluctance to do so.

Sheikh Ahmad Jannati expressed complaints about the situation in the Guardian Council, as well as the ongoing issues in the Assembly of Experts' secretariat, which he manages.

Brigadier General Ahmad Dadbin visited and shared his frustrations about his current situation, suggesting that I participate in an election-related event with army personnel, but I declined.

Dr. Abbas Maleki, former Deputy Foreign Minister and the nephew of Ayatollah Fadil Lankarani, came by, conveying a message from his uncle. Ayatollah Lankarani had expressed joy upon hearing the news of my candidacy and my enlightening interview, saying it brought hope for the future after months of concerning news. He also sent some of his newly published jurisprudential books. Maleki suggested I participate in a program at the Hemmat Mosque in Tajrish and have more appearances in foreign media.

Hossein Marashi followed up on the matter of Gholamhossein Karbaschi’s release, saying Karbaschi is expecting his release more seriously, and it would be better if the clemency is granted before the election. After consultation, they concluded that Karbaschi’s early release before the election would be more beneficial. At noon, Mohsen came to discuss and plan election campaign strategies.

In the afternoon, Mr. Ahmad Shafi’i, Deputy Minister of Intelligence, visited and shared his frustrations about the ministry's current situation, saying he was considering resignation due to the demoralization of the staff, the uncertain future of the ministry, and Minister Ali Younesi’s submission to the pressures from those around President Khatami. He also mentioned the attempts by various factions to influence the ministry’s directors. I advised him not to rush his decision.

The Kashmiri hijackers have made new demands, including the release of 35 imprisoned Kashmiri fighters and $200 million. The storm in Europe has now reached Spain, with wind speeds reaching 170 kilometers per hour.