The Long Funeral Procession: Ayatollah Khamenei's Journey to Najaf The arrival of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's coffin in Iraq's holy city of Najaf marks a poignant moment in the unfolding drama of Iran's power struggle.
What began as a ritualistic procession, expected to evoke an outpouring of grief from millions of Shi'ite Muslims worldwide, has taken on added significance amidst the turmoil surrounding the Islamic Republic.
Najaf, with its rich history as a sacred site for Shi'ites, holds a special place in this narrative.