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Khamenei’s coffin arrives in Iraq as US strikes hit Iran

Khamenei’s coffin arrives in Iraq as US strikes hit Iran

Summary

The coffin of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei arrived in Najaf, a holy city for Shia Muslims in Iraq, ahead of his burial. Iran’s president attended the arrival ceremony but ended his visit early due to recent US attacks on Iran.

Key Facts

  • Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, has died.
  • His coffin was taken to Najaf, a key religious city in Iraq for Shia Muslims.
  • Iran’s president was present for the coffin’s arrival ceremony.
  • The burial is scheduled for Thursday.
  • The president cut his visit short because of new US strikes against Iran.
  • The strikes happened during the ceremony period.
  • Najaf is important to Shia Islam.
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