| Omar Suleiman |
Military
funeral of Egypt’s former intelligence Chief Omar Suleiman took place today, on
Saturday, 21 July 2012, in Cairo amid strong military and security presence and
were attended by thousands of people.
Suleiman’s
body arrived at Cairo International airport on Saturday morning amid tight
security measures. The members of Suleiman’s family and some prominent figures
were present to receive the body of the former spy chief. Dozens of supporters
of Omar Suleiman gathered near the airport wearing black clothes, mourning and
chanting the collective prayers.
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| Omar Suleiman's funeral |
Then the
body of ex-intelligence head was transported to the Al Rashdan Mosque located
in Cairo’s Nasr city district where the ceremony began with funeral prayers. Al
Rashdan Mosque which was built by army, was heavily secured by Central Security
Forces (CSF) and military police. Following prayers the coffin of Omar
Suleiman, wrapped with Egyptian flag, was moved through the streets of the
district on a horse-drawn carriage. It was accompanied by security forces,
presidential guard and military police, and with the marching band as well. The
coffin with Suleiman’s body was transported to Medinet Nasr Cemetery for
burial.
