Baghdad – Iraq’s influential political alliance, the Coordination Framework, has expressed deep condolences to Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani following the passing of his brother, a development that has drawn nationwide attention and prompted an outpouring of sympathy from across the country’s political and religious spectrum.
In an official statement issued on Wednesday, the Coordination Framework conveyed its profound sorrow over the death of Ayatollah Hadi al-Sistani, describing the loss as not only a personal tragedy for the Sistani family but also a moment of collective grief for Iraq’s religious community. The alliance extended prayers for the departed soul and strength for the bereaved family during this difficult period.
The statement underscored the longstanding religious and moral stature of the Sistani family, noting that Ayatollah Hadi al-Sistani was widely respected for his dedication to Islamic scholarship, humility, and service to the faithful. His contributions, the alliance said, left a lasting imprint on religious circles, particularly within the seminaries of Najaf, a city central to Shiite learning.
The Coordination Framework also highlighted the unifying role played by Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani in Iraq’s recent history, emphasizing that moments of loss serve as reminders of the importance of national cohesion, mutual respect, and solidarity among Iraqis.
Observers say the swift response from major political blocs reflects the reverence Ayatollah Sistani commands across party lines, as well as the symbolic weight his family holds in Iraq’s social and spiritual life. Messages of condolence have continued to arrive from political leaders, religious institutions, and public figures, illustrating the broad impact of the loss.
As Iraq continues to navigate political and economic challenges, analysts note that such expressions of unity around religious leadership signal an effort to preserve social harmony and shared values in times of uncertainty.
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