Iranian mourners mark martyrdom anniversary of Imam Ali (PBUH)

Every year, the mourners converge in mosques, places of worship and religious sites nationwide to mark the solemn occasion. During the ceremonies, poems are recited and sermons delivered in honor of one of the most revered figures of Shia Islam. This year, however, people have been avoiding gatherings indoors to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the disease caused by the virus.