Hassan Rouhani speaks at Imam Hussein’s (AS) mourning ceremony held at Salman Farsi Mosque at the presidential complex PHOTO by IRNA

Iran's President said only Imam Hussein (AS) can bring together all the Shias, Muslims, and lovers of the Prophet’s progeny from all over the world, describing Ashura and the Imam as God’s gift to entire world.

Iran Press/Iran news: Hassan Rouhani made the remarks at Imam Hussein’s (AS) mourning ceremony held at Salman Farsi Mosque at the presidential complex on Sunday.

According to the official website of the Iranian Presidency, Rouhani said “it is only Imam Hussein (AS) who can bring all Shias and Muslims around the world, enthusiasts and lovers of the Prophet's progeny from around the world and even other religions and religions, including the huge population of the Indian subcontinent.”

In many countries, Ashura Day is recognized and many of them even call it a bank holiday, he said, adding “the warmth of Imam Hussein’s (AS) love in our hearts will never cool down.”

“All good, dignity and high morals have gathered in one day of Ashura," the President said. “there is no such great masterpiece in the history of mankind.”

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