Karbala: The head of the Security Media Cell, Lieutenant General Saad Maan, announced today that all preparations have been completed for the funeral procession of the martyred Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the holy cities of Karbala and Najaf. He confirmed that no one is banned from attending the funeral.

According to Iraqi News Agency, during a joint press conference with Najaf Governor Youssef Kanawi, Maan stated that a high-level committee has been formed to oversee the funeral ceremonies. The procession is set to begin at Najaf International Airport with official attendance and a delegation from the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Maan explained that continuous meetings are being held to oversee the plans for the funeral ceremonies, involving all security forces and the Army Aviation. The procession route will start at the Sadrin Bridge and proceed to the Holy Shrine of Imam Ali, covering a distance of 6 kilometers, with the participation of 351 Husseini processions. The homes of Najaf residents will be open along the route.

He further mentioned that more than 600 Arab and foreign journalists will participate in the event. The funeral procession is expected to be attended by over 3,000 Iraqi, Arab, and international media figures. He confirmed that all preparations for the funeral have been completed, including a special traffic plan in Najaf and Karbala, and neighboring governorates to ensure smooth traffic flow.

Governor Youssef Kanawi expressed that Najaf is ready to receive the crowds of mourners and is capable of organizing the funeral ceremonies efficiently.