Iran and Iraq prepare for funeral of Grand Ayatollah Khamenei

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced that Iraq is preparing for a mass funeral for Grand Ayatollah Khamenei, similar to Iran. In a post on his X account, Araghchi wrote that during his visit to Baghdad, he met with the President, Prime Minister, Speaker, Foreign Minister, and other dignitaries of Iraq. He noted that like Iran, Iraq is preparing for a mass funeral for Grand Ayatollah Khamenei – an event that will undoubtedly be remembered by history and further strengthen the bonds between the two nations. The funeral preparations come after the passing of Grand Ayatollah Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, who died at the age of 85. The event is expected to draw millions of mourners from both countries and around the world. According to Mehr News, the Iranian foreign minister emphasized the significance of the funeral in solidifying the ties between Iran and Iraq.