Arabic version: حشود تتجمع في النجف لتشييع جنازة خامنئي

Thousands of mourners thronged Iraq’s holy city of Najaf as the coffin of the late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei moved through the city. The procession marks tribute to the late leader ahead of his burial on Thursday.

According to Al Jazeera, the atmosphere in Najaf was filled with sorrow as citizens paid their respects to the influential leader.

Khamenei’s passing has prompted significant public mourning, reflecting his prominent role in Iran’s political landscape. The procession is expected to draw even larger crowds as the burial date approaches.