Thousands Gather in Najaf as Iraqi Leaders Receive Khamenei's Coffin | AC1S

Iraqi and Iranian leaders gathered in Najaf, Iraq, to receive the coffin of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as thousands of mourners paid their respects in one of Shi'a Islam's holiest cities. Footage showed Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, and senior officials attending the official reception at Najaf Airport before large crowds surrounded the coffin, touching it and throwing symbolic items in a traditional act of devotion. The emotional scenes highlighted the religious and political significance of Khamenei's arrival in Najaf following funeral ceremonies in Iran. Stay with News Central for the latest Middle East developments, Iran-Iraq relations, international politics, and breaking global news. Ali Khamenei, Khamenei funeral, Najaf Iraq, Iran Supreme Leader, Iraq Iran relations, Masoud Pezeshkian, Abbas Araqchi, Ali al-Zaidi, Najaf Airport, Shiite mourning, Middle East news, Iran news, Iraq news, breaking news, Reuters, global politics, News Central, Khamenei coffin #Khamenei #Iran #Iraq #Najaf #MiddleEast #BreakingNews #WorldNews #Reuters #Politics #NewsCentral --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The world moves fast. We help you make sense of it. Welcome to News Central — your trusted source for breaking international news, in-depth analysis, and the stories shaping our world. We deliver accurate, timely, and unbiased coverage of global events, helping you understand not just what's happening, but why it matters. From geopolitical developments and international diplomacy to business, technology, climate, and human stories, News Central brings the world's biggest headlines into clear perspective. What you'll find on News Central: 🌍 Breaking international news and live updates 📰 Global politics and geopolitical analysis 📈 Business, economy, and financial developments 🤝 International diplomacy and world affairs 💡 Technology, science, and innovation 🌱 Climate, environment, and sustainability 🎥 Press conferences, speeches, interviews, and special reports 👥 Human stories from around the world Our mission is to deliver journalism that is factual, balanced, and accessible—empowering audiences with the context they need to understand an ever-changing world. Subscribe to News Central and stay informed with reliable global journalism, every day. Global perspective. Trusted reporting. Stories that matter.