SAEDNEWS: In a poignant display of unity, brave IRIB News presenter Sahar Emami and the eldest daughter of the late General Qasem Soleimani attended the Shab-e-Ghariban mourning ceremony for Imam Hussein at the Imam Khomeini Hosseiniyeh in the Supreme Leader’s residence.
According to Saed News, the somber gathering of Shab-e-Ghariban—marking the night of profound grief following Imam Hussein’s martyrdom—took place within the hallowed courtyard of the Imam Khomeini Hosseiniyeh. Among the notable attendees was Sahar Emami, known for her courageous reporting on IRIB’s News Channel, who sat solemnly in the front rows. Beside her stood Zeinab Soleimani, the eldest daughter of the late Major General Qasem Soleimani, symbolizing the continuity of devotion within Iran’s revolutionary families.
The photograph, released by Saed News’s political desk, captures both women clad in traditional black chadors, their expressions reflecting deep sorrow and reverence. Emami, whose on‑air candor has earned her acclaim and occasional criticism, appeared as a bridge between state media and the broader mourning congregation. Zeinab Soleimani, whose father was killed in January 2020, maintained a composed dignity, her presence evoking both personal loss and collective remembrance.
Shab-e-Ghariban holds unique significance in Iran’s Muharram rituals, as mourners pause to reflect on the aftermath of Karbala’s tragedy in candlelit assemblies. The convergence of a prominent female journalist and a member of one of Iran’s most venerated military families underscores the ceremony’s role in transcending social and political divisions. Their joint attendance conveys a powerful message: in moments of national mourning, individuals from disparate spheres unite in shared devotion and enduring solidarity.
