Iran in mourning for Martyred Leader

Iranian nation has been mourning during the funeral procession for the Martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei and his family members.

Tehran's Grand Mosalla opened its gates on Saturday morning for the first day of a two-day public farewell to Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, who was martyred alongside members of his family during the recent US-Israeli aggression against Iran.

Ahead of Monday's funeral procession, millions of mourners from every generation and age have gathered to pay their respects.

Despite the scale of the gathering, the prevailing impression was one of order, careful organization, and a steady rhythm that allowed visitors to join the gathering without any overcrowding.

While long lines of people filled the streets, the schedule has allowed mourners to arrive throughout the day when others left after paying their respects.

With a number of the subway stations closest to the Mosalla temporarily closed to ease crowd pressure, many visitors completed part of their journey on foot.

On the way, volunteers, local community groups, and trade associations have established service stations, offering drinking water, refreshments, medical emergency and other supports.

Since Tehran’s weather is so warm this summer, water-spraying vehicles and volunteers equipped with portable mist sprayers are stationed every few meters, helping make the long walk more comfortable.