Millions of mourners gathered in Tehran Oon Wednesday to pay their final respects to Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hussein Amir-Abdollahian and other companions, who tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash. The nation has been left devastated by the loss of these esteemed leaders, who perished in the crash in the Dizmar forest in the northwestern province of East Azarbaijan last Sunday.
The leader of the Islamic Revolution in Iran Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei led prayers over the bodies of President Raisi, FM Amir-Abdollahian, and their companions at the University of Tehran. The mass public then received the coffins of the victims before beginning a procession towards Azadi Square in Tehran.
اللهم إنا لا نعلم منهم إلا خیراً pic.twitter.com/x3ef83RYRu
— Khamenei_videos| عربي (@Khameneivideo1) May 22, 2024
Mourning the Loss of Heroes
Since early Wednesday morning, the streets of Tehran have been flooded with people saying their last goodbyes to the beloved leaders who perished in the crash.
The millions-strong procession started from the University of Tehran to the iconic Azadi Square.
The nation is in mourning as they come together to honor the memories of President Raisi, FM Amir-Abdollahian, and their companions who were on board the ill-fated helicopter.
Thousands Gather in Tehran for Funeral of #Iran‘s President and Officials Killed in Helicopter Crash
From early hours of Wednesday, a massive crowd of people began moving towards the University of Tehran to attend prayers for the late President Ayatollah Seyyed Ebrahim #Raisi… pic.twitter.com/pzIiUpem4F
— Tasnim News Agency (@Tasnimnews_EN) May 22, 2024
A National Tragedy
The helicopter carrying President Raisi and his delegation crashed in the Dizmar forest, claiming the lives of all on board, including the pilot, co-pilot, and crew. The nation was left shocked and heartbroken by the loss of these esteemed leaders.
Massive crowds of mourners take part in funeral procession of late Pres. Raeisi, companions in Tehran#PeoplesPresident https://t.co/WUikfrdcvJ
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) May 22, 2024
Farewell Ceremonies and State Mourning
Farewell ceremonies have been held in Tabriz, Qom, and now in Tehran, with massive crowds paying their respects. The Leader of the Islamic Revolution has declared a 5-day mourning period for the nation to grieve the loss of these heroes.
Millions of people have gathered in the Iranian capital of Tehran to hold funeral procession in commemoration of President Ebrahim Raeisi and his companions, who were martyred in a tragic helicopter crash in the northwestern province of East Azarbaijan. #PeoplesPresident pic.twitter.com/afD5KxkYr5
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) May 22, 2024
International Support and Condolences
Leaders from around the world have sent their condolences to Iran, with figures such as the head of the Hamas political bureau, Ismail Haniyeh, and the Deputy Secretary-General of Hezbollah Sheikh Naim Qassem attending the ceremony. The outpouring of support and solidarity has been a source of comfort for the grieving nation.
The chief of the political bureau of the Palestinian Resistance Movement Hamas Ismail Haniyeh in president #Raeisi‘s farewell ceremony.#Fallen_Patriot #National_Hero #Iran #Raisi pic.twitter.com/v8bMAGyX8L
— Mehr News Agency (@MehrnewsCom) May 22, 2024
A Nation United in Grief
The streets leading to the funeral ceremony are overflowing with people coming together to mourn their fallen leaders. The nation stands united in their grief, remembering the sacrifices made by President Raisi, FM Amir-Abdollahian, and their companions.
Massive crowds of mourners take part in funeral procession of late Pres. Raeisi, companions in Tehran#PeoplesPresident https://t.co/WUikfrdcvJ
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) May 22, 2024
Source: Al-Manar English Website and Iranian media
