Tehran: Thousands of grieving mourners gathered at Imam Khomeini Mosalla in the early hours of Saturday, several hours before the official farewell ceremony for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution was set to begin. Arriving well before dawn, attendees assembled to pay their final respects ahead of the ceremony. According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the mourners were seen arriving from various parts of the country, showcasing their respect and admiration for the late leader. The atmosphere was solemn as people came together in unity to honor the legacy of the martyred leader. The event was marked by a sense of collective mourning as well as reverence for the contributions made by the leader to the Islamic Revolution.