TEHRAN - Ali Akbar Ahmadian, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, has praised the late President Ebrahim Raisi for introducing a new style of governance and management. 

Speaking at President Raisi's funeral in Tehran on Wednesday, Ahmadian emphasized that his legacy will be remembered for his dedicated service to the Iranian nation.

"President Raisi demonstrated through his actions that he was a true servant of the Iranian people," Ahmadian remarked. "He has left behind a distinctive approach to governance and management that will be remembered and emulated by future leaders."

Ahmadian also highlighted the contributions of the late Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, noting his unique ability to merge diplomatic protocol with the principles of the Islamic Revolution. 

"Amir Abdollahian was a voice for the oppressed on the global stage and effectively combined field operations with political strategy," Ahmadian stated, referring to him as the "foreign minister of the field."

These reflections underscore the enduring impact of Raisi and Amir Abdollahian on Iran's political and diplomatic landscape, marking a significant period of innovative leadership and steadfast advocacy.

The funeral processions for Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian began on Tuesday and will continue until Friday. 

The two officials, who tragically died in a plane crash earlier this week near the northwestern city of Tabriz, will be laid to rest in their respective hometowns.

The nation mourns the loss of these prominent figures, whose deaths, along with those of their entourage, have sent shockwaves through Iran. 

The ceremonies mark a period of national grief and reflection on the contributions and legacies of Raisi and Amir Abdollahian.