In an interview with Iranian media, the Chief of Staff of Iran's late President Ebrahim Raisi recalled the final moments before the chopper ferrying Iran's President disappeared. The official says there was no fog that day, the weather was clear, and they were able to get in touch with one of the passengers of the ill-fated chopper after it disappeared. Gravitas brings you the details.

Gravitas | Raisi's Chopper Crash: The final moments & the last phone call

The first of several funeral ceremonies to be held for President Raisi in Iran, after he was killed when his helicopter crashed in poor weather in mountains near the Azerbaijan border, according to officials and state media.

Ebrahim Raisi news: Iran to hold Raisi's funeral procession in Tehran

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Iran: Investigators probe Chopper crash, thousands mourn Iran's Raisi in Tabriz

Foreign dignitaries and officials attend ceremony commemorating Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, as well as other officials killed in helicopter crash.

Ebrahim Raisi Funeral: Thousands line up streets for Iranian president's funeral

A wave of shock passed through Iran. The nation lost its President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash. Raisi was accompanied by Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian. Now that the President passed away, Iran's first Vice President will serve as interim Iranian President. Mohammad Mokhber, Iran's first Vice President, is expected to become interim president.

Ebrahim Raisi crash: All about Mohammad Mokhber, who will serve as Iran's Interim President

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Ebrahim Raisi chopper crash: What happened before and after chopper crash?

Ebrahim Raisi news: Iran's Chief of Staff shares details of crash, what happened before the crash

Iran's Supreme leader Khamenei has announced five days of mourning following the death of country's President Ebrahim Raisi. Iran's government has said that the funeral for the President will be held on Tuesday.

Raisi news: World leaders offer condolences after Iran President Ebrahim Raisi's death

Iran announced Monday it will hold presidential elections on June 28, state media reported, following the death of President Ebrahim Raisi and his entourage in a helicopter crash.

Iran announces election date to choose new president after Ebrahim Raisi's death in helicopter crash

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi along with Iranian Foreign Minister have been killed in chopper crash. The fateful incident occurred after more than 12 hours of search and rescue operations. The death has sent shockwaves around the globe. The pertinent question what happens next. Watch in for more details!

Iran president helicopter crash: Supreme leader allows First Vice President to take charge

Large crowds of Iranian mourners received the coffins of Iranian President, Ebrahim Raisi. A funeral procession for Ebrahim Raisi and Hossein Amirabdollahian began in Tabriz. Both the leaders were killed in a helicopter crash.

Raisi helicopter crash: India's vice president to attend funeral

Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash on Sunday (May 19) but his death sparked different kinds of reactions across Iran. The helicopter was also carrying foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and six other passengers and crew.

VIDEO: Why some Iranians celebrated Ebrahim Raisi’s death in helicopter crash

Raisi news: Funeral procession of Raisi to be held in various Iranian cities

Raisi news: Leaders around the world pour condolences; Pope Francis, US offers condolences

Mohammad Javad Zarif, the former Iranian foreign minister, has blamed the United States sanctions on aviation parts for the crash of the helicopter that killed President Ebrahim Raisi.

Iran blames US sanctions for helicopter crash that killed its president Ebrahim Raisi

The White House said on Monday (May 20) that Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, who lost his life in a helicopter crash, had a "lot of blood on his hands", with the US defence secretary denying any role in the crash.

US says Ebrahim Raisi had 'lot of blood on his hands', denies role in crash that killed Iran president

Iran announced Monday it will hold presidential elections on June 28, state media reported, following the death of President Ebrahim Raisi and his entourage in a helicopter crash. Watch in for more details!

Iran to hold Presidential elections on June 28 after death of Raisi

As Iran investigates President Ebrahim Raisi's death the United States State Department has revealed that Iran had requested assistance but the US had been unable to provide help largely due to logistical reasons. The US State Department said Iran which had no diplomatic relations with Washington after the 1979 Islamic revolution.

Raisi crash: US says Iran sought help after chopper crash

Iran to hold Presidential elections on June 28 following Raisi's death

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Finally, the Indian national flag is being flown at half-mast at all public buildings across the country. As a mark of respect for Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi who was killed in a helicopter crash on Sunday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the first global leaders to take to social media to offer his condolences to the family of RI and affirm his support for Iran.

Indian flag flies half-mast as nation mourns President Raisi's death

Iran is carrying out a probe into the cause of the helicopter crash. This crash killed Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and all those on board. Mohammad Bagheri, Iran's military chief of staff, has ordered a high-ranked delegation to investigate into the cause of the helicopter crash.

Raisi's chopper crash: Major general Bhagheri initiates probe into chopper crash

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