The Funeral Processions: A Glimpse into the Complexities of Shia Islam's Global Reach The funeral processions for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Iraq have drawn hundreds of thousands of mourners to Najaf, one of the holiest sites in Shia Islam.
These events serve as a reminder of the intricate web of alliances and rivalries that underpin the Middle East's complex geopolitics.
The six day funeral ceremonies, which began on Saturday, are an attempt by Iran to project strength and unity in response to what it perceives as a US Israeli war against its interests.