Iran's newly elected president, Masoud Pezeshkian, has addressed the nation ahead of the funeral ceremonies for the late leader. According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, Pezeshkian stated that the country is currently navigating a significant and historic phase, noting that the public is mourning a "tireless fighter and a strong standard-bearer of resistance."
In his address, the president remarked that the late leader's passing has caused deep sorrow among the Iranian people and Muslims worldwide. However, he emphasized that this event serves as a testament to the resilience of the nation's beliefs and willpower. Pezeshkian characterized this period as a "red ascent," framing it not as an end, but as a new chapter of solidarity and development.
Pezeshkian further called upon all of Iran's ethnic, religious, and political groups to participate in the funeral proceedings to demonstrate national unity. He asserted that such mass participation would serve as a definitive message against policies of terror, violence, and pressure.
The funeral for the late leader is being held at the Grand Mosalla Mosque in Tehran, with foreign delegations and religious figures in attendance. This event marks a critical juncture for Iran, as the country prepares for a leadership transition following the sudden loss of its head of state, an event that has drawn international attention to the stability and future political trajectory of the Islamic Republic.
