Iranians hold a solemn funeral procession for President Raisi in Tabriz
Thousands participated in the mournful funeral procession of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and seven others who lost their lives in a helicopter crash on Sunday. As per reports, the fatal accident had taken place when the chopper was carrying Raisi to the northwestern city of Tabriz.
On Tuesday, mournful crowds gathered in Tabriz city center waving Iranian flags and images of the late president. They then began a somber march through the streets to pay their last respects. Raisi, along with senior members of his entourage, was killed while piloting to Tabriz for an undisclosed visit.
Details of the crash site and cause are still awaited as search and rescue operations continue. However, the tragic demise of Raisi has triggered an outpouring of grief across Iran, with his funeral drawing widespread participation from citizens in Tabriz.
Raisi sought to improve the nation’s dire economic circumstances as the newly elected president while balancing domestic and international challenges. His unexpected death at the age of 68 has come as a major shock to the Iranian populace. Solemn scenes from Tabriz reflected the immense loss of a popular leader during sensitive times for the country.
