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Coffin of Iran’s Late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei Arrives in Najaf Amid US Strikes

The coffin of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has reached Najaf, a key city in Shia Islam, as US military strikes continue to impact Iran.

Jul 8, 2026, 5:38 AM Al Jazeera

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The coffin carrying Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has arrived in Najaf, one of the holiest cities in Shia Islam located in Iraq. This development comes amid ongoing US strikes targeting Iran. Najaf holds significant religious importance for Shia Muslims, making the arrival of Khamenei’s coffin a notable event in the region.

No further details on the circumstances of the US strikes or the funeral proceedings have been provided.

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