Urmia pilgrims travel to Tehran for Leader's funeral

On July 4, 2025, large groups of people from Urmia, a city in northwest Iran, departed for Tehran to attend the farewell ceremony of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. The pilgrims, organized in convoys, expressed their deep sorrow and respect for the late leader. The journey reflects the widespread mourning across Iran following the announcement of Ayatollah Khamenei's passing. The farewell ceremony is expected to draw millions of mourners from across the country and around the world. According to Mehr News Agency, the people of Urmia have shown immense devotion by traveling to Tehran to participate in the funeral rites.