The General Secretary’s coffin, draped in the national flag, is borne by a horse-drawn carriage, with a cannon in tow, in a solemn procession.
Crowds gather along the main streets, paying their final respects as the funeral procession marches by, honoring the late Party leader.
Mourners gather to catch a glimpse of the leader’s coffin, draped in the national flag, as it is transported by hearse to its final resting place.
Hanoians queue to bid a sorrowful farewell to the late Party leader as the coffin proceeds through the city’s major streets.
Mourners from neighboring provinces, including Bac Ninh, Thai Binh, Nam Dinh, and Hung Yen, join the procession to pay their respects.
The crowd stands in somber silence, bidding their final goodbyes to the beloved Party leader.
Grief and sorrow are etched on the faces of the mourners as they hold portraits of the much-loved and respected statesman.


Military officers render a respectful salute as the funeral procession passes by.

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