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Iran begins six-day state funeral for Ali Khamenei
Iran begins six-day state funeral for Ali Khamenei
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Iran has finally begun the Ali Khamenei’s funeral ceremonies more than four months after the country’s former supreme leader was killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28, a delay that stands out in Islamic tradition, where burials are usually held as soon as possible. Iranian officials have said the funeral had to be postponed because the country was in the middle of an active war with the United States and Israel, making it impossible to hold large public ceremonies safely. The Ali Khamenei funeral will now span several days across Iran and Iraq, with his body lying in state at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla before being taken for burial in Mashhad.
The remains of the 86-year-old leader arrived in Tehran ahead of ceremonies expected to draw millions of mourners and foreign dignitaries. His coffin, draped in Iran’s tricolour flag, has been placed at the Grand Mosalla, where banners carrying his images and quotes have been displayed. The bodies of his relatives who were also killed will be presented during the ceremony, making the Ali Khamenei funeral the biggest state funeral in Iran’s history.
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Supreme leader's body arrives at Tehran religious complex for funeral
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TEHRAN: The body of Iran's supreme leader who was killed in US-Israeli strikes that triggered the Middle East war arrived at Tehran's Grand Mosalla on Friday ahead of hisfuneral, state media reported.
Millions of people and a coterie of foreign dignitaries were expected to attend Saturday's official ceremony for Ali Khamenei, with Tehran's chief negotiator calling for a massive turnout to avenge his death.
Photos showed mourners carrying Khamenei's coffin, emblazoned with Iran's tricolour flag, into the Grand Mosalla, one of the Islamic republic's most important ceremonial venues.
Others show crowds at a pre-funeral ceremony clad in black, as the coffin is set down against a backdrop of red flowers and white butterflies hanging in the air.
Preparations for Khamenei's public funeral, initially delayed at the height of the war, are taking place as Iran and the United States observe a fragile ceasefire after signing a preliminary deal to halt the conflict.
Pakistan, a key mediator in the US-Iran talks, said its Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif would be attend the ceremony.
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Khamenei's funeral tomorrow: How Iran's Grand Mosalla is preparing amid mass turnout call
Khamenei's funeral tomorrow: How Iran's Grand Mosalla is preparing amid mass turnout call
Country's state media images from the venue showed Khamenei's coffin placed on a stage beneath butterfly-themed decorations, surrounded by hundreds of mourners.
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Revolutionary Guard members and clerics mourn on the esplanade of the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque as preparations are underway ahead of the days-long funeral ceremonies for slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, Friday, July 3, 2026.
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Months after the killing of Iran's supreme leader at the start of
its war with the United States and Israel
, mourners will hold a
dayslong funeral and burial
for the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
The mourning period will see Khamenei’s body carried through cities in both Iran and neighboring Iraq. Iran’s theocracy likely will encourage the public, government employees and paramilitary forces to fill the streets in his honor.
Khamenei, who led Iran for nearly four decades, was killed on Feb. 28 when the U.S. and Israel jointly launched the war. The funeral was delayed as the war raged.
The funeral will serve as a test for Ira…
Mourners chant ‘death’ to America and Israel as Iran begins days-long Khamenei funeral
Mourners chant ‘death’ to America and Israel as Iran begins days-long Khamenei funeral
<p>Millions expected to flood Tehran's streets as slain supreme leader's casket starts journey through cities in Iran and Iraq; unclear if his son and successor, Mojtaba, will appear</p>
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Details announced for funeral ceremonies as Iran prepares to bid farewell to martyred Leader
Details announced for funeral ceremonies as Iran prepares to bid farewell to martyred Leader
Details are announced for the upcoming two-day public farewell and funeral ceremonies, which are to be held for the nation to bid farewell to the martyred Leader.
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Khamenei's body arrives in Mashhad for burial after week of processions
Khamenei's body arrives in Mashhad for burial after week of processions
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>After a week-long mass funeral, the body of <a href="https://www.middleeasteye.net/countries/iran" target="_blank">Iran</a>’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has arrived in the northeastern city of Mashhad, where a burial ceremony will take place as the final step.</p>
<p>The plane carrying Khamenei's body, along with those of his four family members killed alongside him, was escorted by Iranian military jets and arrived at Mashhad's Shahid Hasheminejad Airport early on Thursday.</p>
<p>But Iranian media announced…
Khamenei’s coffin readied as Iran prepares for seven-day funeral
Khamenei’s coffin readied as Iran prepares for seven-day funeral
Former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's coffin has been readied as Iran prepares for seven-day funeral.
Representatives and religious leaders from 90 countries to attend ...
Representatives and religious leaders from 90 countries to attend ...
Pars Today – The secretary of the National Headquarters for the farewell and funeral ceremonies of Iran's martyred Leader announced that senior officials and heads of state from more than 30 countries, as well as religious scholars, intellectuals, and faith leaders from over 90 countries, have so far confirmed their intention to attend the ceremonies.
According to Pars Today, citing Mehr News Agency, Ali Akbar Pourjamshidian, secretary of the National Headquarters for the farewell and funeral ceremonies of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, said at a press conference outlining the objectives of the farewell, funeral, and burial ceremonies:
"One of the most important goals of holding these ceremonies on a grand scale is to reaffirm the allegiance of the Muslim Ummah to the third Leader of the Islamic Revolution."
He added that the funeral procession for the martyred Leader would serve as a demonstration of the strength, unity, and resilience of the Islamic Republic of Iran, showcasing national solidarity and the support of various groups and segments of society.
Pourjamshidian also referred to the…
The Funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei
The Funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei
Mourners on Saturday at the Grand Mosalla mosque complex in Tehran, Iran’s capital, during Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral.
Iran begins week of funeral celebrations for Khamenei
Iran begins week of funeral celebrations for Khamenei
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Khamenei’s coffin placed in Tehran religious complex as Iran begins days-long funeral
Khamenei’s coffin placed in Tehran religious complex as Iran begins days-long funeral
The body of Iran’s supreme leader, killed in US-Israeli strikes that triggered the Middle East war, arrived at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla on Friday ahead of his funeral, state media reported.
Millions of people and a coterie of foreign dignitaries were expected to attend Saturday’s official ceremony for Ali Khamenei, with Tehran’s chief negotiator calling for a massive turnout to avenge his death.
Photos showed mourners carrying Khamenei’s coffin, emblazoned with Iran’s tricolour flag, into the...
Khamenei funeral: Iran begins 3-day farewell ceremony for late supreme ...
Khamenei funeral: Iran begins 3-day farewell ceremony for late supreme ...
Iranians will bid farewell to late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at a ceremony in Tehran.
According toFrance 24,senior Iranian official said Wednesday, March 4, that Tehran will hold a public ceremony for citizens to pay their respects following the death of the country’s Supreme Leader in Israeli strike.
Hojjatoleslam Mahmoudi, head of Iran’s Islamic Propagation Council, said the farewell ceremony would continue for three days and the funeral procession will be announced later.
The official said the public will be able to pay their respects to the body of late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Prayer Hall starting at 10pm (1830 GMT).
"The Mosalla (prayer hall) will be receiving visitors and the dear people can attend and take part in the farewell ceremony and mark a strong presence once again," he said in comments carried by Iranian media.
Special religious and cultural programs have been scheduled for each of the three days, starting Wednesday evening.
The funeral procession will take place after the three-day mourning period. Planning is still underway, and details wil…
Iran's late supreme leader Khamenei buried in Mashdad
Iran's late supreme leader Khamenei buried in Mashdad
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been buried in his hometown of Mashdad following a week-long funeral procession, state media reported. </p>
<p>"Moments ago, following a week of magnificent funeral processions, the martyred leader Ayatollah Khamenei was laid to rest beside the shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad," the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting indicated. </p>
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Over 20 million expected in Tehran for Ali Khamenei's funeral
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p style="line-height:1.38">More than 20 million people are reportedly expected to travel to Iran’s capital for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated by the US and Israel on 28 February, according to Iranian state TV.</p>
<p>This would more than double Tehran’s population of roughly 10 million.</p>
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History behind cities and shrines chosen for Ali Khamenei’s funeral journey
History behind cities and shrines chosen for Ali Khamenei’s funeral journey
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<p>TEHRAN: The <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2011971/iran-prepares-for-late-supreme-leaders-funeral">funeral ceremonies </a>for Iran’s late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will pass through a series of locations that reflect the religious, political and ideological pillars of the Islamic republic.</p>
<p>From the seat of power in Tehran to the holy cities of Qom, Karbala, Najaf and finally Mashhad, each stop holds symbolic importance.</p>
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<p>The public viewing at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla on…
Iranian leaders, foreign officials pay respects to Khamenei ahead of grand funeral
Iranian leaders, foreign officials pay respects to Khamenei ahead of grand funeral
Iranian officials and international dignitaries paid their respects to Iran's former leader Ali Khamenei on Friday as he lay in state in Tehran. Meanwhile mourners gathered outside the vast Grand Mosalla religious complex where his casket is on display, ahead of its opening to the public on Saturday morning.
Hezbollah, Hamas Attend Khamenei Funeral Ceremonies in Tehran
Hezbollah, Hamas Attend Khamenei Funeral Ceremonies in Tehran
Representatives of Iran-backed groups Hezbollah and Hamas attended funeral ceremonies for late Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Saturday and held meetings with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, according to Iranian state media.
Iran has long supported Hamas, Lebanon’s Hezbollah, and Yemen’s Houthi movement, groups designated as terrorist organisations by the United States and several Western countries, a stance that has contributed to international sanctions against Tehran.
According to Lebanese media, Hezbollah’s delegation included senior officials as well as relatives of members killed or wounded in recent conflicts. The delegation was led by senior Hezbollah figure and former minister Mohammed Fneish.
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Hamas also confirmed its participation in the ceremonies, stating that its delegation was headed by Mohammed Darwish, leader of the group’s political bureau, alongside other officials including Bassem Naim.
The funeral events come months after the killing of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh, who died in Tehran in July 2024 during an Israeli operation following his attendance at the inaugu…
Iran Plans Three-Day Funeral for Late Supreme Leader - Asharq Al-Awsat
Iran Plans Three-Day Funeral for Late Supreme Leader - Asharq Al-Awsat
Iran said on Tuesday it will hold a three-day state funeral for late supreme leader Ali Khamenei, killed by US-Israeli strikes on the first day of the Middle East war, at a date to be announced.
Ali Khamenei, who led the country for nearly 37 years, was killed in his home in central Tehran on February 28.
A state funeral initially planned for March 4 was postponed due to the war.
"A three-day public funeral is planned," Tehran Deputy Mayor Mohammad Amin Tavakolizadeh was quoted as saying by state television on Tuesday.
Tavakolizadeh did not specify when the funeral would take place but said it could be in early Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, which falls in mid-June.
He said funeral events would take place in Tehran, as well as in the cities of Qom and Mashhad, where Khamenei would be buried.
"In Tehran, the ceremony will last at least 24 hours," Tavakolizadeh stated, adding that up to 20 million people are expected to attend.
Iran just kicked off a week-long state funeral for Khamenei, made possible only by a temporary ceasefire with the US.
🔴 [MIDEAST] TOP FOREIGN OFFICIALS ON FRIDAY PAID THEIR FINAL RESPECTS TO IRAN'S SLAIN SUPREME LEADER ALI KHAMENEI AT THE START OF A WEEK OF FUNERAL CEREMONIES, WITH ALLIES AND MOURNERS CONVERGING ON T...
🔴 [MIDEAST] TOP FOREIGN OFFICIALS ON FRIDAY PAID THEIR FINAL RESPECTS TO IRAN'S SLAIN SUPREME LEADER ALI KHAMENEI AT THE START OF A WEEK OF FUNERAL CEREMONIES, WITH ALLIES AND MOURNERS CONVERGING ON TEHRAN, WHERE... - $SOURCE$
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Iran promotes message of continuity and revenge at Khamenei commemoration
Iran promotes message of continuity and revenge at Khamenei commemoration
Iran will be shut down on Sunday and Monday to encourage more mourners to join funeral procession.
Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hasnain and MoS Pabitra Margherita to Represent ...
Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hasnain and MoS Pabitra Margherita to Represent ...
New Delhi.Former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will be laid to rest on July 4, nearly 130 days after his death. According to sources, Bihar Governor Lieutenant General (Retd.) Syed Ata Hasnain and Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita will represent India at Khamenei's funeral and burial ceremonies.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian had officially invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the ceremonies. According to Iran's state media, the funeral and memorial events for the former Supreme Leader will take place from July 4 to July 9. Official ceremonies for Khamenei and his family members will be held in Tehran, Qom, and Mashhad.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several members of his family were reportedly killed in an attack carried out by the United States and Israel on February 28. According to a statement issued by the committee established to commemorate the late Iranian leader, his body will lie in state at Tehran Mosalla on July 4 and 5, 2026.
A memorial ceremony will be held in Qom on July 7. Khamenei will finally be buried on July 9 at the shrine of t…
Khamenei’s sons attend funeral prayers in Tehran
Khamenei’s sons attend funeral prayers in Tehran
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>The Associated Press reported that Ali Khamenei’s sons Masoud, Meysam and Mostafa attended funeral prayers for the late Iranian supreme leader in Tehran on Sunday.</p>
<p>The ceremony was also attended by Ahmad Vahidi, commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.</p>
<p>Khamenei’s son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, did not take part in the prayers, with Iranian media citing security concerns following reported Israeli threats against him.</p>
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Iran prepares for weeklong funeral of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war
Iran prepares for weeklong funeral of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war
“We will continue our policy of pursuing independence, and decisions will be made inside the country, and the people will decide their own fate,” he said
Hezbollah, Hamas and Houthi officials attend funeral ceremonies for Iran's Khamenei
Hezbollah, Hamas and Houthi officials attend funeral ceremonies for Iran's Khamenei
Tens of thousands of mourners flocked to Tehran's Grand Mosalla Mosque to pay their respects to late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday. Among them were representatives from Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houthis of Yemen, members of the "axis of resistance" that Iran has long supported as part of its years-long struggle against Israel.
Iran prepares grand funeral for late supreme leader killed on war’s first day
Iran prepares grand funeral for late supreme leader killed on war’s first day
Giant portraits of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s late supreme leader killed in US-Israeli air strikes, have been hung from Tehran’s Grand Mosalla as workers raced to prepare for his grand funeral ceremony.
His funeral, initially delayed at the height of the Middle East war, will take place as Iran and the United States observe a fragile ceasefire after signing a preliminary deal to halt the conflict.
Khamenei, a spiritual figure for many Shias, was killed aged 86 at his compound in the centre...
Khamenei body in cold storage as feared Basij mobilizes ahead of ...
Khamenei body in cold storage as feared Basij mobilizes ahead of ...
Tehran is preparing for the July 9 burial of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, more than four months after his death, as authorities mobilize the Basij militia and mount a massive security operation ahead of what is expected to be a “historic” turnout.
The lengthy delay to the funeral has raised questions about how Khamenei’s remains have been preserved, as Islamic tradition, analysts say, generally calls for prompt burial and discourages chemical embalming.
“The mechanism is almost certainly refrigerated cold storage, not embalming, as Islam bars chemical embalming,” counterterrorism expert
Dr. Omar Mohammed
told Fox News Digital.
“Shia law allows delayed burial and preservation by cold in exceptional cases, and a clerical exemption for a Supreme Leader is easy to get,” he added.
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“Iran’s forensic morgues already hold bodies for months, so four months in freezing is not exotic. That is what ‘religious and legal standards’ cover,” Mohammed said.
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Millions of Iranians have gathered in Tehran as the country begins a week of funeral ceremonies for former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Funeral ceremonies for Khamenei officially begin in Tehran
Funeral ceremonies for Khamenei officially begin in Tehran
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>Official farewell ceremonies for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have begun at Tehran’s Mosalla prayer complex, according to Iranian media.</p>
<p>Tasnim news agency reported that the venue’s doors were opened to accommodate millions of mourners gathering in the capital to pay their final respects to the former leader. </p>
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Iran state media says millions attending former Supreme Leader's funeral procession
Iran state media says millions attending former Supreme Leader's funeral procession
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>Iranian media is reporting that millions have gathered on the streets of its capital to mourn the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.</p>
<p>According to Press TV, officials have described the event as the "largest public gathering in the country’s modern history".</p>
<p>General Hassan Hassanzadeh, a senior commander in Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, urged the public to "go peacefully to Azadi Square".</p>
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Iran prepares to bury slain supreme leader with week of mass mourning
Iran prepares to bury slain supreme leader with week of mass mourning
<p>By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowall</p><p>DUBAI, July 2 - Iran's ruling clerics are preparing days of mass funeral rites for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as a show of public devotion to the Islamic Republic and proof that its revolutionary fervor still burns strong.</p><p>Iran's supreme leader was killed by U.S. and Israeli strikes in their first attack of the war and the funeral events will begin over the weekend in Tehran, with mass processions planned next week in Qom and Mashhad and ceremonies in Iraq.</p>
Iran gets ready for Khamenei's funeral
Iran gets ready for Khamenei's funeral
He was assassinated in a #US-Israeli strike in February 2026. #Iran's Supreme leader Ali #Khamenei's #funerals are set to be held on July 4, with authorities expecting between 15 and 20 million people to attend.
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Momentary Unity at a Funeral Masks Deep Divisions Among Iran’s Leaders
Momentary Unity at a Funeral Masks Deep Divisions Among Iran’s Leaders
Iranian officials standing next to the coffin of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on the first day of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.
Iran continued its week-long funeral ceremonies on Sunday for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with tens of thousands of mourners gathering in Tehran while his successor, Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, remained out of public view.
Iran continued its week-long funeral ceremonies on Sunday for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with tens of thousands of mourners gathering in Tehran while his successor, Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, remained out of public view.
State television showed Khamenei’s sons Mostafa, Meysam, and Masoud praying beside their father’s coffin and the coffins of four other family members at the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla, one of Tehran’s largest religious complexes. Mojtaba Khamenei, who assumed leadership after his father’s death, did not attend the ceremony or appear in any official images.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several close relatives were killed in an airstrike after the United States and Israel launched military operations against Iran on February 28. The conflict lasted for months before ending in a fragile ceasefire, leaving widespread destruction across the region while Iran’s Islamic Republic remained in power.
Following a day of lying in state for senior officials and foreign dignitaries, Khamenei’s coffin was displayed under glass alongside those of his daughter, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, and 14-month-old granddaughter. Thousands of mourners, including milit…
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Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi got emotional during the farewell ceremony for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Friday, as Iran commenced a week-long period of national mourning.
The solemn ceremony, held at Tehran's Grand Mosalla, marked the start of the late leader's funeral rites following his death in US-Israeli strikes on February 28 this year. Ghalibaf was seen in tears while Araghchi stood beside him as the two leaders paid their final respects.
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According to Press TV, the ceremony was attended by senior Iranian officials, heads of state, and high-level delegations from several countries. Among those present were Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Judiciary Chief Gholam-Hossein Mohseni Eje'i, and Expediency Council Chairman Ayatollah Sadeq Amoli Larijani.
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Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid will attend the state funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. The ceremonies will be held across multiple cities, concluding with burial in Mashhad. Diplomatic relations heighten as Indian PM Narendra Modi receives an invitation to attend.
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Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid will represent the Congress party at the state funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. Speaking to ANI, Khurshid emphasized his role in the significant diplomatic event set to occur in the coming weeks.
The Iranian authorities have detailed a comprehensive plan for a three-day public funeral, honoring the former Supreme Leader who was reportedly killed during a US-Israeli conflict. Tehran Deputy Mayor Mohammad Amin Tavakoli-Zadeh outlined administrative arrangements, with ceremonies scheduled from July …
Huge crowds gather in Iran as funeral ceremonies for assassinated supreme leader begin
Huge crowds gather in Iran as funeral ceremonies for assassinated supreme leader begin
<p>Funeral ceremonies for Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei — who was assassinated in a US-Israeli strike on the first day of the Middle East conflict — officially began on Saturday, state television reported, an event drawing thousands and intended to serve as a show of strength to the Islamic republic’s foes.</p>
<p>Iranian authorities said they anticipate between 15 and 20 million participants in Tehran alone over the next three days for tributes to the man who ran the country for three-and-a-half decades.</p>
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Tens of thousands of Iranians have gathered in Tehran for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader who was killed in US-Israeli war airstrikes.
The funeral ceremonies, part of a week-long national mourning, are taking place at a critical juncture for Iran, with the clerical rulers asserting their system has survived the conflict intact.
The interim truce deal with Washington includes the unfreezing of Iranian assets and waivers from financial sanctions, which Iran's authorities are portraying as a victory with significant economic benefits.
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Tens of thousands of Iranians thronged a vast outdoor prayer complex in Tehran on Saturday to view the coffins of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader killed at the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran, and his family. Dressed in black and draped in the red, white and green flags of the Islamic Republic of Iran, mourners held up portraits of Khamenei and his son and successor, Mojtaba.
In a show of public devotion to the Islamic Republic's theocratic state and revolutionary zeal, Iran is stag…
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<p>Millions gather in streets and officials appear in public at Tehran funeral of Ali Khamenei in show of defiance. Plus, origin of mysterious ‘space balls’ in Australia revealed</p><p>Good morning.</p><p>Iran’s week of mass funeral processions for the former supreme leader Ali Khamenei has seen <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/05/iran-ali-khamenei-funeral-supreme-leader-mojtaba-absent">public calls for the killing of Donald Trump</a>. Khamenei was killed along with other members of his family on February 28, the first day of the US and Israeli war against Iran.</p><p><strong>Who made the direct call for the killing of Trump?</strong> During part of the ceremony, the poet Mohammad Rasouli said: “I swear by your blood; Trump’s murder is our responsibility. Why is the most bastard man in the world still alive? … Why should we not kill the man who killed our imam? It would be a disgrace if we did not.”</p><p><strong>Where is the new supreme leader?</strong> Appointed 10 days after his father’s death, Mojtaba Khamenei has not appeared in public or recorded any audio messag…
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Foreign delegations from around the world are in Tehran to take part in the farewell and funeral ceremonies of martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, paying tribute at the Grand Musalla alongside Iranian officials and mourners.
Speaking to Tasnim news agency on Friday, a senior source said that over the past 5 days, “the US officials at the highest levels had launched a comprehensive campaign to dissuade countries from attending the ceremony to pay tribute to the martyred leader.”
According to the informed source, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio had emphasized in a confidential instruction on June 26 to all embassies and diplomatic missions of the US that “all recipients of this instruction are obliged to use all capacities of the United States to justify the host country’s authorities that their participation in the funeral ceremony of the Iranian leader will be considered as an unfriendly act and will have negative consequences for their bilateral relations with the United States.”
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In photos: Thousands gather in Tehran for Khamenei funeral
In photos: Thousands gather in Tehran for Khamenei funeral
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Huge crowds expected as Khamenei funeral ceremonies open in Iran
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<p>Huge crowds of Iranians were expected to pay their final respects to supreme leader Ali Khamenei on Saturday at the start of marathon funeral ceremonies intended to serve as a show of strength to the Islamic republic's foes.</p><p>Iranian authorities say they anticipate between 15 and 20 million participants in Tehran alone over the next three days for tributes to the man who ran the country for three-and-a-half decades.</p>
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In pictures: Funeral procession for Iran's slain supreme leader continues in Iraq's Najaf
In pictures: Funeral procession for Iran's slain supreme leader continues in Iraq's Najaf
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<p>His burial is expected to be held on Thursday in the north east Iranian city of Mashhad.</p>
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From Ghusl to burial: What happens during Khamenei's funeral?
From Ghusl to burial: What happens during Khamenei's funeral?
Former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's multi-day funeral begins on July 4, following traditional Shia Islamic rituals before his burial in Mashhad on July 9. Here's the complete funeral schedule, the significance of each ritual, and why millions are expected to attend
Former Supreme Leader of Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed at his residential compound in central Tehran, in a joint US and Israeli attack on February 28 this year, will be buried on July 9. His funeral proceedings will begin from Saturday (July 4). Iran has unveiled his coffin on Friday (July 3), marking the beginning of a multi-day funeral that will follow traditional Shia mourning rituals before his final burial in his birthplace in Mashhad. The coffin with the late Supreme Leader's body also made an unusual stop at the site where he was killed before the formal funeral processions. This was done to honour his death which is seen as martyrdom by Shias in Iran.
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Brigadier General Hassan Hassanzadeh, head of the committee overseeing the funeral ceremonies for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, announced details of the two-day farewell and funeral events scheduled for July 4 and 5 in Tehran.
The public farewell ceremony will begin at 6:00 a.m. on July 4 at Imam Khomeini Grand Prayer Grounds and continue until 8:00 p.m., while funeral prayers will be held on the morning of July 5. Due to the expected massive turnout, organizers have opted for a broad funeral corridor across Tehran rather than a single procession route.
Authorities have mobilized all relevant institutions, including municipal, healthcare, transportation, military, and law enforcement bodies, to facilitate the ceremonies. Extensive transportation, traffic management, and public service arrangements have been put in place, including dedicated service centers providing food, water, medical care, and sanitation facilities.
Organizers estimate attendance could range from 12 to 20 million mourners, making public safety and crowd management key priorities througho…
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Millions to Mourn: Iran Begins Epic Farewell to Martyred Supreme Leader ...
Iran has launched the first phase of vast funeral ceremonies for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, with foreign dignitaries and religious figures converging on Tehran’s Grand Mosalla to pay tribute in a display of national unity and international solidarity.
The body of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei’s predecessor martyred in a US-Israeli strike during the opening salvo of the recent 40-day war was transferred to the sprawling prayer hall early Friday, accompanied by the remains of his companions who fell alongside him. The solemn transfer marks the beginning of a two-day public farewell expected to draw historic crowds.
Watch as the coffin of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei arrives at Tehran's Grand Mosalla ahead of the funeral procession.Follow Press TV on Telegram:https://t.co/h0eMpifVIepic.twitter.com/AA855NbRJM
Religious scholars and cultural emissaries from Indonesia and Afghanistan were among the first foreign guests to honor the fallen leader, while representatives of Iran’s recognized religious minorities also attended, underscoring the in…
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At Site Where Iran’s Slain Leader Lies, Some See a Symbol of His Failures
At Site Where Iran’s Slain Leader Lies, Some See a Symbol of His Failures
Mourners at the funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at the Grand Mosalla complex in Tehran on Saturday.
Regime supporters and opposition share AI-generated images of Khamenei’s funeral
Regime supporters and opposition share AI-generated images of Khamenei’s funeral
Both supporters of the Iranian regime and members of the opposition have been sharing AI-generated images of funeral services held in early July for Iran's late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei – killed during a US-Israeli strike on February 28.
Union Minister Pabitra Margherita, Bihar Governor to represent India at ...
Union Minister Pabitra Margherita, Bihar Governor to represent India at ...
The Indian government will send Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain to attend the funeral of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, government sources told India Today TV on Monday.
Last week, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend thefuneral of former Supreme LeaderAyatollah Ali Khamenei, sources told India Today TV. The funeral rites are scheduled to begin on July 4 and will end with his burial in Mashhad, the holy city in north-eastern Iran where he was born, on July 9.
Khamenei, who was 86, was killed on February 28, the first day of Israeli and US airstrikes on Tehran. He had led the Islamic Republic as supreme leader for 36 years. State media has said the funeral arrangements will also include ceremonies in Qom, another holy city south of Tehran, on July 7.
The date of Khamenei's funeral had been the subject of speculation since his assassination in February. Under Islamic law, the dead are to be buried as soon as possible, ideally within a day of death, although excep…
Mourners enter Khamenei’s funeral venue ahead of processions; huge crowds expected
Mourners enter Khamenei’s funeral venue ahead of processions; huge crowds expected
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An official with Tehran Municipality has announced the program of funeral for the Martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution in the capital and other towns, saying that the ceremony will last for three days.
Mohammad Amin Tavakolizadeh, Vice Mayor of Tehran for Social and Cultural Affairs, announced the prediction of a three-day program for the funeral of the martyred Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, saying, "People will be able to attend the funeral ceremony during this period, and the final details of the place for this ceremony will be announced soon."
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TEHRAN, Jun. 09 (MNA) – Committee for the Commemoration of martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei has announced that farewell, funeral and burial ceremonies will be held after the first ten days of Muharram.
The headquarters for commemorating the martyrdom of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei issued its second statement on Tuesday about arrangements for the funeral and memorial ceremonies of the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution and members of his family.
The statement emphasized that extensive preparations are underway to ensure the dignified holding of farewell, funeral, and burial ceremonies, while warning against circulating speculation and unverified reports regarding the timing and details of the events in domestic and foreign media.
It noted that such rumors have created confusion among those wishing to attend the historic gathering and stressed that they hold no validity.
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Body of slain Iranian Supreme Leader approaches Shi'ite shrine for burial
<p>By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowall</p><p>DUBAI, July 9 (Reuters) - The funeral procession of Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei approached the country's holiest shrine for his burial on Thursday with a massive banner reading 'We Will Kill Trump' pulled alongside in the enormous crowd.</p><p>As a week of funeral events reaches its culmination, Khamenei's son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei is still hidden from public view after being disfigured in the strike that killed his father, a sign of the unease still gripping Iran.</p>
Huge crowds gather as Khamenei funeral ceremonies open in Iran
Huge crowds gather as Khamenei funeral ceremonies open in Iran
<p>Huge crowds gathered to pay their final respects to Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei on Saturday at the start of marathon funeral ceremonies intended to serve as a show of strength to the Islamic republic's foes.</p><p>Iranian authorities say they anticipate between 15 and 20 million participants in Tehran alone over the next three days for tributes to the man who ran the country for three-and-a-half decades.</p>
Slain Iranian leader Khamenei's burial ceremony begins in Mashhad
Slain Iranian leader Khamenei's burial ceremony begins in Mashhad
Iranians are carrying red flags, portraits of Khamenei, and many are shouting the slogan "Death to America, death to Israel!"
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Iranian leaders pay last respects to Khamenei
TEHRAN - Top Iranian officials on Friday paid their final respects to the country’s slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei at the start of a week of funeral ceremonies, with allies and mourners converging on Tehran where his body is lying in state.
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ISTANBUL — Four months after Iran's Supreme Leader was killed in U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, the country is holding his funeral.
Iranian state media showed huge crowds at the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla — a large prayer complex in Tehran — visiting the casket of Ayatollah's Ali Khamenei, who was killed on Feb. 28 at the start of the U.S.-Israel war against Iran. The caskets of four of his killed family members were also on display.
Men and women in the crowd wore black and wept openly. Women slapped their heads with their hands in mourning, while men beat their chests in unison, a tradition observed at Shia funerals. There were chants of "Death to America" and big red signs that read "#KillTrump." Some people waved flags, including red ones that symbolize revenge and many y…
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The Indian government will be represented by Bihar Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain and Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita at the funeral ceremonies of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, according to Iranian sources.
The delegation will attend the state funeral and burial ceremonies in Iran after Tehran extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to participate in the official observances. While the Prime Minister will not attend, India has decided to send the two representatives on behalf of the government.
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Khamenei was killed in joint US-Israeli strikes on Tehran on February 28, triggering nationwide mourning in Iran. The country has announced a series of ceremonies spanning several days, with millions of mourners and foreign dignitaries expected to participate.
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<p>The funeral procession for Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has begun in Tehran, with state media reporting the attendance of millions. </p>
<p>The procession in the capital is expected to last for 10 to 12 hours. His body will later be taken through the city of Qom on Tuesday, then to Iraq on Wednesday, before returning to the city of Mashhad on Thursday for burial.</p>
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Millions of mourners from Iran and other countries performed funeral prayers for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Mosalla on Sunday, as an immense outpouring of grief underscored his enduring role as a leading religious and political figure whose influence extended far beyond Iran's borders.
As the prayer hall reached capacity hours before the ceremony, authorities closed all entrances to the sprawling complex in preparation for the funeral prayers of the martyred Leader, reports Iranian media outlet Tehran Times.
Even after the hall was filled, mourners continued to arrive, with the surrounding streets and avenues transformed into a vast gathering of people paying their final respects and offering prayers for Ayatollah Khamenei.
Family members gather at the burial site of students killed in a US attack on an elementary girls' school at Minab in Iran. Photo: Tehran Times
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• Khamenei’s funeral:
Coffins containing the bodies of slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several family members are
on display in Tehran
ahead of funeral processions in multiple locations that
millions are expected to attend
between July 4-9.
• Who’s there?
China and India
are among
the countries sending representatives. Iran’s new leader of the powerful Revolutionary Guards made a rare appearances. But it is
not known
if the new Supreme Leader — Mojtaba Khamenei — will attend his father’s funeral.
• Tensions remain high:
Iran’s army general warned the US and Israel against launching attacks during the procession. The US military, meanwhile, announced that a second Marine unit, typically numbering
more than 2,000 Marines
, is now operating in the Middle East.
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Funeral for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Khamenei to begin July 4, burial set for July 9
Funeral for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Khamenei to begin July 4, burial set for July 9
The funeral for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will begin in Tehran on July 4 and conclude with his burial in his hometown, the northeastern holy city of Mashhad, on July 9, state media reported on Saturday.Khamenei was killed on the first day of Israeli and US airstrikes against Iran on February 28. The 86-year-old cleric had been at the helm of the Islamic Republic for 36 years.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.The funeral arrangements will include ceremonies on July 7 in the holy city of Qom, south of Tehran, media said.During his rule, Khamenei built Iran into a powerful anti-US force, spreading its military sway across the Middle East through proxy forces such as Hezbollah in Lebanon, while using an iron fist to crush outbreaks of unrest at home.Khamenei remained a strong critic of the United States throughout his rule, while successive US administrations tried unsuccessfully to resolve a dispute with Iran over its nuclear
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei funeral: World leaders to attend Tehran ceremony
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei funeral: World leaders to attend Tehran ceremony
Tehran is preparing for a massive six-day funeral for Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike on February 28, 2026.
After months of delays due to a ongoing conflict and security risks, the ceremonies are finally set to begin on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the Grand Mosalla mosque in Tehran.
The government aims to use the event as a display of national strength and unity. Lead organizer and First Vice-President Mohammad Reza Aref has described the proceedings as “the most important event of this century” and the largest gathering since the 1979 revolution.
The funeral will feature processions through Tehran, the holy city of Qom and eventually the Iraqi cities of Karbala and Najaf before concluding with a final burial in the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad on July 9.
While the Iranian government has been selective with its guest list, representatives from approximately 30 countries are expected to attend. Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, is confirmed to participate.
Other notable attendees include Russian Deputy Chairman of the Security Council Dm…
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Mourners pay respects as Iran’s slain leader Ali Khamenei lies in state
Iran begins seven-day state funeral for late ayatollah as more than 100 foreign delegations arrive under a tense ceasefire.
Final Stage of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s Weeklong Funeral Is Delayed
Final Stage of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s Weeklong Funeral Is Delayed
The Iranian authorities said the funeral procession in Mashhad for the former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, would start late. Hours earlier, the United States and Iran traded strikes.
Attending martyred Leader's funeral is as vital as fighting Zionists ...
Attending martyred Leader's funeral is as vital as fighting Zionists ...
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The Secretary-General of Iraq’s al-Nujaba resistance movement says that participating in the funeral of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution is no less important than fighting the Zionist enemy on the battlefield, as millions of mourners gathered in Tehran to bid farewell to Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Akram al-Kaabi, who was among the resistance leaders attending the farewell ceremony at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla prayer complex on Saturday, said in a message that the historic turnout sends a powerful message to the “oppressive enemy”.
“Participation in the funeral of the martyred Leader, who was martyred at the hands of the Yazid of our time – America and the Israeli regime – is no less important than participation in the war against the Zionists on the battlefield,” al-Kaabi said.
He added that “your million-strong presence is a thorn in the eye of the oppressive enemy, and your chants of ‘Death to America’ and ‘Death to Israel’ are arrows of truth that target their conspiracies, lies and criminality.”
Millions of Iranians and guests from across the Muslim world have gathered in Tehran to pa…
Is Iran's new supreme leader finally set to show his face?
Is Iran's new supreme leader finally set to show his face?
ByIMOGEN GARFINKEL - SENIOR FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER
Published:02:21 EDT, 3 July 2026|Updated:03:29 EDT, 3 July 2026
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Speculation is mounting as to whetherIran's new supreme leader is finally ready to show his face, as Ayatollah Khamenei's body arrives at Tehran's Grand Mosalla ahead of a days-long funeral.
Millions of people and a coterie of foreign dignitaries were expected to attend Saturday's official ceremony for Ali Khamenei, with Tehran's chief negotiator calling for a massive turnout to avenge his death.
Khamenei was killed in the US-Israeli strikes that triggered the Middle East war on February 28, with his son, Mojtaba, succeeding him.
Mojtaba has not been seen in public since becoming supreme leader, however, and it remains unknown as to whether he will be present at the main ceremony in Tehran.
Photos showed mourners carrying Khamenei's coffin, emblazoned with Iran's tricolour flag, into the Grand Mosalla, one of the Islamic republic's most important ceremonial venues.
Others show crowds at a pre-funeral ceremony clad in black, as the coffin is set down against a backdrop of red flowers an…
Funeral Procession for Khamenei Will Visit 5 Cities in Iran and Iraq
Funeral Procession for Khamenei Will Visit 5 Cities in Iran and Iraq
Preparations being made for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Thursday.
Millions gather in Tehran for Khamenei's funeral - Rediff.com
Millions gather in Tehran for Khamenei's funeral - Rediff.com
Millions are gathering in Tehran for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who died during the US-Israel war on Iran, with global leaders attending and US President Donald Trump announcing a temporary halt in hostilities.
Over 10 million people, including representatives from more than 100 countries, expected in Tehran for funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed along with family members at the start of the US-Israel war on Iran,Al Jazeerareported.
Iran's Embassy in India shared visuals from Tehran's Grand Mosalla, where large crowds gathered to pay their final respects to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Earlier in the day, while delivering remarks at Mount Rushmore, US President Donald Trump said he will not bomb Iran for a week for the funeral.
He said, "We knocked the hell out of Iran, they're dying to settle. They want to settle so badly. We gave them a week off for a funeral because we're nice people."
Governor of Bihar Syed Ata Hasnain, and Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita represented India at the funeral ceremony.
He said in a post on X, 'Represented…
Khurshid to Represent Congress at Khamenei's Funeral
Khurshid to Represent Congress at Khamenei's Funeral
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Congress Leader Salman Khurshid to Attend Ayatollah Khamenei's Funeral in Iran
Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid will attend the state funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, representing the Congress party. Khamenei was killed in a US-Israeli airstrike on February 28. The multi-day funeral ceremonies begin July 4, with events in Qom and burial in Mashhad on July 9. Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian also invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the funeral.
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Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid on Thursday said that he will attend the state funeral ceremony of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, representing the Congress party.
Speaking to ANI, Khurshid said, "I am representing the party and will attend the state funeral ceremony of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei."
Khurshid made the remarks while confirming his participation in the state funeral ceremony in Ira…
The Funeral Trap: How Iran is Weaponising 40 Days of Mourning
The Funeral Trap: How Iran is Weaponising 40 Days of Mourning
The 40-day mourning period (Arbaeen/Chehlum) is one of the most sacred observances in Shia Islam. It signifies the end of a 40-day mourning period for the Prophet Muhammad’s grandson, Hussein ibn Ali, killed in the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE. The tradition traces back to Jabir ibn Abd Allah, a companion of the Prophet, who was the first to make a pilgrimage to Hussein’s grave exactly 40 days after the battle.
Critically, according to most Islamic schools of law, a person who dies is mourned for 40 days by loved ones. But here’s the nuance: in the Sunnah of Islam, mourning of a deceased is for three days only. The exclusive exemption is Imam Husain, and the important event of Arbaeen. The 7th day, 40th day, and one-year ceremonies are customary traditions, not religious obligations.
So when Iran declares 40 days of mourning for Khamenei, it is deliberately equating his death with the martyrdom of Imam Hussein at Karbala - the foundational narrative of Shia identity. This is not routine grief. This is mythologisation in real time. By framing Khamenei’s assassination as a Karbala-like event, the regime is tapping into 1…
Iran expecting 3,000 to die during Khamenei's funeral, thousands of ‘graves prepared’: Report
Iran expecting 3,000 to die during Khamenei's funeral, thousands of ‘graves prepared’: Report
Authorities have reportedly formed a special unit to deal with deaths and missing persons, as part of the contingency planning.
Iran after Khamenei: What direction after Supreme Leader's funeral?
Iran after Khamenei: What direction after Supreme Leader's funeral?
Some days they talk. Some days they fight. Iran and the United States have settled into a pattern since the truce signed last month. This Wednesday in Doha... they’re sort of talking. Both sides present in indirect negotiations. Whatever comes of that, the attention's now shifting to Tehran, where the Islamic Republic’s preparing for Friday’s kickoff of four days of state funeral proceedings for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei with the regime boasting of a growing list of foreign dignitaries, a show of strength for a regime that’s more than rebounded since Khamenei was killed on the very first day of the war. A funeral intended as a victory lap for a leadership that’s always revered martyrdom? Definitely.
Funeral procession for slain Iranian leader Khamenei sets off in central Tehran
Funeral procession for slain Iranian leader Khamenei sets off in central Tehran
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Iran begins funeral ceremonies for martyred Leader Ayatollah Khamenei
Iran begins funeral ceremonies for martyred Leader Ayatollah Khamenei
Iran has begun the first stage of funeral ceremonies for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution.
At Tehran's Azadi Square, Khamenei's ringed hand is new symbol of ...
At Tehran's Azadi Square, Khamenei's ringed hand is new symbol of ...
Towering over Tehran's iconic Azadi Square is a giant installation of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's symbolic ringed hand, a tribute that has quickly become the defining image ofIran's farewell to its former Supreme Leader.
In this exclusive ground report,India Today brings you visuals and first-hand accountsfrom the heart of Tehran, where millions have gathered for what Iranian authorities describe as the largest state funeral in the country's history.
Installed at Azadi Square, one of the most significant sites of Iran's Islamic Revolution, is the striking giant sculpture of a hand bearing Khamenei's distinctive ring—a symbol that supporters say became central to identifying him after the February 28 airstrike.
Built in just four days, the monument now reinforces what many have described as a message of resilience and national unity.
Iran is holding a week-long series of state funeral processionsto honour its former Supreme Leader, whose death in an airstrike on February 28 ended his 36-year rule and marked a major escalation in the conflict involving Iran, the US and Israel.
On July 3, hundreds of thousands of…
Iran buries Khamenei at Mashhad's Imam Reza shrine 131 days after his killing in US strikes
Iran buries Khamenei at Mashhad's Imam Reza shrine 131 days after his killing in US strikes
Millions gathered in Mashhad as Iran laid Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to rest after a six-day funeral procession.
APNewsAlert: TEHRAN, #Iran (AP) — Iran begins a procession through its capital, Tehran, for the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Iran Prepares for Week of Funeral Processions for Ayatollah Ali ... - TIME
Iran Prepares for Week of Funeral Processions for Ayatollah Ali ... - TIME
Iran is preparing for a week of mourning, beginning on Friday, for
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
, the country’s
slain Supreme Leader
.
The mass funeral rites for Khamenei, who was killed by the U.S. and Israel at the start of their
war with Iran
, will begin in Tehran. The processions will continue next week in Qom, as well as ceremonies in Karbala and Najaf in neighboring Iraq, before the late leader is buried in Mashhad on July 9.
Iran’s rulers have cast the funeral procession as a symbolic rebuke to the U.S.-Israeli war that sought to
decapitate the country’s leadership
. Officials expect as many as 20 million people to attend, which would make it one of the largest public gatherings in Iran’s history.
“The large public turnout at the funeral procession of the martyred leader and the other martyrs will, in effect, be another referendum for the Islamic Republic,” Qom’s Friday prayer leader, Ayatollah Mohammad Saidi, told Iranian state media.
The U.S. and Iran have
halted attacks
and
begun negotiations towards a comprehensive deal
around
Iran’s nuclear program
and the
Strait of Hormuz
.
But Iran has been substan…
Khamenei's funeral begins: The July 4 date, granddaughter's small coffin, crores of mourners | 10 points
Khamenei's funeral begins: The July 4 date, granddaughter's small coffin, crores of mourners | 10 points
The funeral of late Iran Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei is set to be a massive public event, with millions expected.
Inside Ayatollah Khamenei's state funeral: Who attended and what ...
Inside Ayatollah Khamenei's state funeral: Who attended and what ...
Thousands of mourners, senior clerics and foreign dignitaries gathered in Tehran on Friday as Iran began a week-long state funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, months after the country’s longtime Supreme Leader was killed in US-Israeli airstrikes.
The ceremonies, stretching across Iran and Iraq, are being presented by Tehran as a show of national unity after the end of Khamenei’s 37-year rule and come just days after an interim US-Iran truce created conditions for the funeral to go ahead.
The funeral ceremonies mark the beginning of aweek-long series of processionsacross Iran and Iraq, organised by Iranian authorities following the end of Khamenei’s 37-year rule. Officials have presented the events as a display of public support for the Islamic Republic and its revolutionary ideals, news agency Reuters reported.
Late on Thursday, Khamenei’s coffin was unveiled before a large crowd of grieving supporters who chanted, wept and beat their heads in rhythm with mourning hymns while flowers were thrown toward the bier, the Reuters report said.
On Friday, the coffin, along with those of family members killed in the s…
Iran war live: Tehran prepares for Ali Khamenei’s funeral procession
Iran war live: Tehran prepares for Ali Khamenei’s funeral procession
Millions expected at funeral procession for Iran's slain supreme leader in Tehran today.
Performer calls for Trump's death at funeral for Iran's late supreme ...
Performer calls for Trump's death at funeral for Iran's late supreme ...
Mourners gather beneath a portrait of the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the funeral ceremonies for Khamenei and members of his family at the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque in Tehran, Iran, Saturday, July 4, 2026.
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A mourner holds a portrait of the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as he walks past a wall bearing messages, including one in English that reads "We will kill Trump," during the funeral ceremonies for Khamenei and members of his family at the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque in Tehran, Iran, Saturday, July 4, 2026.
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Mourners walk through the grounds of the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque during the funeral ceremonies for slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family in Tehran, Iran, Saturday, July 4, 2026.
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Mourners write messages on a wall, including one in English that reads "We will kill Trump," during the funeral ceremonies for slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family at the Imam…
Iran: Khamenei's funeral ceremonies officially begin
Iran: Khamenei's funeral ceremonies officially begin
Huge crowds have gathered in Tehran to pay their final respects to Iran's supreme leader, who was killed in an airstrike at the start of the US-Israeli campaign against Iran.
Iran preparing ‘grand’ funeral for slain leader Ali Khamenei, state TV says
Iran preparing ‘grand’ funeral for slain leader Ali Khamenei, state TV says
<p>Special HQ set up for ceremony, whose date is still undetermined, nearly three months after supreme leader was killed by Israel in war's opening salvo</p>
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Global tribute to martyred Leader Ayatollah Khamenei
Global tribute to martyred Leader Ayatollah Khamenei
By Mahmoud Ravi-Nejad
Global tribute to martyred Leader Ayatollah Khamenei
Politics
July 3, 2026 - 21:25
Nearly 100 countries sent official teams, senior officials, and public figures to Tehran for the funeral ceremony of the martyred Leader
TEHRAN — History is often remembered through the moments when nations fall silent.
On Friday, Tehran became the stage for one of those moments.
Millions of mourners poured into the Iranian capital from every corner of the country, while aircraft carrying presidents, parliamentary speakers, ministers, religious scholars, and political delegations continued landing at Mehrabad Airport throughout the day. They came from the East and the West, from neighboring capitals and distant continents—not merely to attend a funeral, but to witness farewell to a leader whose influence had extended far beyond Iran's borders.
The ceremony honoring the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, evolved into one of the largest international gatherings Iran has hosted in decades, transforming a national mourning into an event of profound diplomatic, political, and historical signi…
Iran leaders pay last respects to Khamenei as mourners gather
Iran leaders pay last respects to Khamenei as mourners gather
<p>Top Iranian officials on Friday paid their final respects to the country's slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei at the start of a week of funeral ceremonies, with allies and mourners converging on Tehran where his body is lying in state.</p><p>Authorities expect public mourning and grand processions to attract millions before Khamenei's burial next week, four months after he was killed aged 86 at his compound in the opening US-Israeli salvo of the Middle East war. </p>
Khamenei’s body arrives in Tehran for funeral ceremonies
Khamenei’s body arrives in Tehran for funeral ceremonies
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>The body of Iran’s former supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, has arrived at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla mosque as funeral ceremonies begin for the leader who headed the country for more than 36 years.</p>
<p>Iranian authorities expect up to 20 million people to attend the funeral, which would make it the largest in the country’s history.</p>
<p>The ceremonies are set to conclude with Khamenei’s burial at the Imam Reza shrine in his hometown of Mashhad.</p>
<p>Khamenei was killed alongside several members of his family in US-Israeli strikes on Iran at th…
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Flowers and a raised fist: Tehran's Grand Mosalla readies for Khamenei farewell
Flowers and a raised fist: Tehran's Grand Mosalla readies for Khamenei farewell
<p>At the entrance to the vast religious complex where Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s body is set to lie in state from Saturday, dozens were hard at work under an intense heatwave to prepare for the <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/1976870">assassinated</a> supreme leader’s grand funeral.</p>
<p>Security was on high alert ahead of the start of the funerary activities for Iran’s ruler for three decades, with dozens of personnel stationed at the main entrance to the Grand Mosalla, methodically stopping each car in the vicinity.</p>
<p>Passengers must present a special permit to enter the premises, which have yet to be opened to the public.</p>
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Top Russian security official to attend late Khamenei's farewell service in Iran — envoy
Top Russian security official to attend late Khamenei's farewell service in Iran — envoy
The farewell ceremony for the deceased Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will begin in Tehran on July 3
Iran Urges Massive Turnout For Slain Khamenei's Funeral, Vows Revenge
Iran Urges Massive Turnout For Slain Khamenei's Funeral, Vows Revenge
Iran’s Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has called on millions of Iranians to attend the funeral of the country’s slain Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, describing the event as an opportunity to demonstrate national unity and demand vengeance for his death.
In a statement issued on Thursday, Ghalibaf urged citizens to participate in the funeral ceremonies, which begin on Saturday, saying their presence would mark “a glorious page” in Iran’s history.
“The nation’s call for vengeance must ring in the ears of the whole world,” he said.
Khamenei, who was regarded as a spiritual leader by many Shia Muslims, was killed at the age of 86 in U.S.-Israeli strikes on his compound in central Tehran on February 28, the first day of the war.
His funeral, which was postponed during the height of the conflict, will take place as Iran and the United States observe a fragile ceasefire following a preliminary agreement aimed at ending hostilities.
The public funeral will begin at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla complex, where Khamenei’s body will lie in state alongside the bodies of several slain relativ…
Iran set to bury Khamenei, but his hard-line legacy may endure
Iran set to bury Khamenei, but his hard-line legacy may endure
The elaborate funeral for the late supreme leader is becoming more than a farewell; it serves as a carefully staged test of regime continuity after his decades-long rule.
Over 90 countries declare readiness to attend funeral of martyred Leader
Over 90 countries declare readiness to attend funeral of martyred Leader
A senior Iranian official says representatives from more than 90 countries are expected to attend the funeral of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Iran Khamenei funeral: Regime expects millions for delayed ceremony
Iran Khamenei funeral: Regime expects millions for delayed ceremony
Local and foreign officials walk past the coffins of slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and his family members after paying their respects at the Grand Mosalla mosque in Tehran on Friday.
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Iran stages massive Khamenei funeral to project post-war unity
Iran stages massive Khamenei funeral to project post-war unity
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Khamenei’s Burial Was Delayed, Breaking With Islamic Custom
Khamenei’s Burial Was Delayed, Breaking With Islamic Custom
Iran held a memorial for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in May, but his remains have not been interred despite the Islamic custom of burying people soon after death.
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Turning to the funeral of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, which was attended by millions in the capital Tehran, and other cities, he wrote that Islamic Republic of Iran is sending several messages to the world through this magnificent ceremony, including: – The strength and power of the Islamic Republic to hold this ceremony was displayed to everyone in numerous cities inside and outside the country in Iraq for a week.
– International participation in the funeral ceremony of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution from countries in the region and the world. This participation, regardless of the level of representatives sent by different countries, shows that Iran has a wide network of international relations despite the war and its consequences.
– The grand funeral ceremony for the Leader of the Islamic Revolution represents one of the turning points of the country’s political system after June 2025 and February 2026, the most important of which is that the Iranian approaches outlined by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei wil…
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New Delhi: Iran has issued a fresh warning to the United States and Israel against launching any military action during the state funeral ceremonies of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the country prepares for six days of nationwide mourning beginning July 4 under heightened security.
The warning came from Ali Abdollahi, commander of Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, who said Tehran's armed forces would respond decisively to any fresh aggression.
"We warn the enemies of Iran, especially the U.S. and the Zionist regime, to avoid any miscalculation and think about the harsh retaliation our armed forces would make to any threat and aggression against our country," Abdollahi said in a statement carried by Iranian state media.
The funeral ceremonies for Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli airstrikes on the opening day of the Iran conflict earlier this year, will begin in Tehran on July 4 and conclude with hi…
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The casket of slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's granddaughter, Zahra Mohammadi Golpayegani, is displayed alongside the caskets of Khamenei and other members of his family during a viewing ceremony ahead of the dayslong funeral ceremonies at the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque in Tehran, Iran, Friday, July 3, 2026.
TEHRAN, Iran — Iran prepared Friday for the dayslong funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with banners across Tehran urging the public to rise up in support of the Islamic Republic after the devastating war that killed the 86-year-old cleric.
The country's theocracy expects to see millions flood the streets of the capital beginning Saturday in scenes reminiscent of the burial of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini in 1989.
That could provide a boost for Iran's government, particularly as it tries to leverage its hold on the Strait of Hormuz in negotiations with the United States over a permanent end to the war, an…
Iran's slain leader Khamenei laid in state in Tehran for week of mass funeral events
Iran's slain leader Khamenei laid in state in Tehran for week of mass funeral events
<p>By Parisa Hafezi and Jana Choukeir</p><p>DUBAI, July 3 - The body of Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was lying in state in a vast hall in Tehran on Friday as clerics, officials, foreign dignitaries and other mourners paid their respects after his 37-year rule.</p><p>Iran is staging a week of mass funeral processions for Khamenei — killed in February by U.S. and Israeli airstrikes at the start of a four-month war — in a show of public devotion to the Islamic Republic's theocratic state and revolutionary fire.</p>
Iran’s Khamenei funeral: Which world leaders are attending?
Iran’s Khamenei funeral: Which world leaders are attending?
Several heads of state and other government officials will gather in Tehran for Khamenei's state funeral.
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Bihar Governor Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain and Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita will attend the funeral ceremony of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on behalf of the Indian government, reported ANI citing Iranian sources. Khamenei was killed in the joint airstrikes by the United States and Israel on Tehran on February 28.
Notably, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was formally invited to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian
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. However, the Prime Minister is unable to attend the funeral reportedly due to his scheduled visits to countries, including New Zealand and Australia during that time.
The funeral ceremonies, initially slated for March, were postponed due to the regional conflict and will now be held over several days in July across multiple Iranian cities. Thesde ceremonies will reportedly begin on July 4.
Iranian state media earlier announced that the funeral and burial ceremonies would be held over several days, including events in Tehran and the holy city of Qom before Khamenei's final burial in Mashhad. Notably, Fu…
Khamenei lies in state in Tehran as Iran begins week of funeral ceremonies
Khamenei lies in state in Tehran as Iran begins week of funeral ceremonies
The body of Ali Khamenei lay in state in a vast hall in Tehran on Friday as clerics, officials, foreign dignitaries and other mourners paid their respects to Iran’s late supreme leader, slain by US and Israeli bombs.Iran is staging a week of mass funeral processions for Khamenei, whose 37-year reign was brought to an end in February by the first airstrike of the war, in a show of public devotion to the Islamic Republic’s theocratic state and revolutionary zeal. Khamenei’s body was expected to be taken to Qom, Najaf and Kerbala, the great Shia centers of Iran and Iraq, before being laid to rest on Thursday in Mashhad, home to the country’s holiest pilgrim shrine.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.His coffin was unveiled late on Thursday to a throng of sobbing supporters, swaying and beating their heads in time to a sung lament as flowers were thrown from the bier into the crowd. On Friday the coffin – and those of family members killed with
Video: Foreign leaders and delegations attend Khamenei’s funeral ceremony
Video: Foreign leaders and delegations attend Khamenei’s funeral ceremony
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<p>Delegations from Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Russia, alongside other regional officials, attended the ceremony to pay their respects.</p>
<p>Khamenei served as the leader of the Islamic Republic from 1989 until he was assassinated at the age of 86 on the first day of the US-Israeli war on Iran, which began on 28 February.</p>
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The images emerging from Tehran are striking. Tens of thousands of mourners dressed in black have gathered at the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla for the funeral and lying in state of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, following his assassination on the opening day of a war between Iran and the United States on February 28.
Khamenei funeral procession begins in Tehran
Khamenei funeral procession begins in Tehran
The funeral procession for Iran’s late supreme leader Ali Khamenei began in Tehran on Monday, state television reported, as authorities prepared for crowds that could rival those that turned out for his predecessor nearly four decades ago.The ceremonies offer Iran an opportunity to project resilience after five weeks of war with the United States and Israel, while attention remains focused on Khamenei’s successor, his son Mojtaba Khamenei, who has not appeared in public since taking power.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.After lying in state for two days at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla religious complex, the body of Khamenei -- who was killed on the first day of the Middle East war on February 28 -- began its journey through the capital accompanied by massive crowds of mourners, state broadcaster IRIB reported.Mourners gathered in Imam Hussein Square in eastern Tehran.Thousands had filled the Grand Mosalla on Sunday to pay their respects to
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Mourners gather around the vehicle transporting the caskets of Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and his family members during the funeral procession past Azadi Tower in Tehran on July 6, 2026. (Wakil Kohsar/AFP via Getty Images)
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Mass mourning, anti-US and anti-Israel chants, and carefully staged religious symbolism turned the ceremonies into a public measure of alignment with the Islamic Republic
The funeral ceremonies for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei were not only a state ritual of mourning. They were a political event in which the Islamic Republic sought to project continuity after the war, demonstrate its remaining mobilization capacity, and signal how it wanted to be perceived after the death of the man who had dominated Iranian politics for more than three decades.
The ceremonies began in Tehran before moving to Qom on Tuesday, with later stages expected in Najaf and Karbala in Iraq before a planned burial Thursday in Mashhad, Khamenei’s birthplace. Reuters reported that Khamenei, 86, was killed…
Officials from over 30 countries to attend Iran's martyred Leader's funeral
Officials from over 30 countries to attend Iran's martyred Leader's funeral
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Officials from over 30 countries to attend Iran’s martyred Leader’s funeral
Tehran, IRNA — Senior officials and leaders from more than 30 countries are set to attend the funeral procession of Martyr Ayatollah Khamenei’s funeral procession, according to the secretary of the national committee organizing the farewell and funeral services.
Ali-Akbar Pourjamshidian announced that world leaders and high-ranking dignitaries from over 30 nations, alongside prominent religious figures and representatives from 90 countries, have formally requested to attend the ceremonies.
Massive public delegations from neighboring countries—including Iraq, Pakistan, and Afghanistan—have expressed their readiness to participate as well, the secretary added. The international committee for the funeral is currently coordinating arrangements to facilitate their large-scale presence.
According to Pourjamshidian, the main procession will be held in Tehran on Friday (July 3), where global leaders, high-ranking officials, religious figures, and scholars from acrosso the world will pay respects t…
Iran plans dayslong funeral for Supreme Leader Khamenei after war death
Iran plans dayslong funeral for Supreme Leader Khamenei after war death
The country's theocracy hopes to see millions flood the streets of the capital beginning Saturday in scenes reminiscent to the burial of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini in 1989.
Khamenei funeral LIVE: Millions expected in Tehran for slain Iran supreme leader's funeral ceremonies
Khamenei funeral LIVE: Millions expected in Tehran for slain Iran supreme leader's funeral ceremonies
Khamenei funeral LIVE: Massive crowds are expected to gather in Tehran on Saturday to pay their final respects to former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian authorities say they expect between 15 and 20 million people to take part in the events in Tehran alone over the next three days.
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Iran Prepares to Bury Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Killed at Iran War’s Outset
Iran Prepares to Bury Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Killed at Iran War’s Outset
Workers in Tehran assembled scaffolding on Thursday as the country prepared for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose image adorned the side of a nearby building.
Martyred Leader's funeral to serve as global movement against terrorism, US-Zionist crimes: Army
Martyred Leader's funeral to serve as global movement against terrorism, US-Zionist crimes: Army
Iran's Army says the pending nationwide farewell and funeral ceremony for the martyred Leader will serve as a global movement condemning terrorism and US-Zionist crimes.
Iran Says Funeral for Late Supreme Leader Khamenei to Begin July 4 ...
Iran Says Funeral for Late Supreme Leader Khamenei to Begin July 4 ...
The funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will begin in Tehran on July 4 and conclude with his burial in his hometown, the northeastern holy city of Mashhad, on July 9, state media reported on Saturday.
Khamenei was killed on the first day of Israeli and US airstrikes against Iran on February 28. The 86-year-old cleric had been at the helm of the regime for 36 years.
The funeral arrangements will include ceremonies on July 7 in the holy city of Qom, south of Tehran, media said.
Islamic law requires the deceased to be buried as soon as possible, and ideally within 24 hours of death, but exceptions are allowed, for example in time of war.
During his rule, Khamenei built Iran into a powerful anti-US force, spreading its military sway across the Middle East through proxy forces such as Hezbollah in Lebanon, while using an iron fist to crush outbreaks of unrest at home.
Khamenei remained a strong critic of the United States throughout his rule, while successive US administrations tried unsuccessfully to resolve a dispute with Iran over its nuclear program.
The airstrike that killed him pul…
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Ayatollah's six-day funeral will see 20 million people on the streets ...
Ayatollah's six-day funeral will see 20 million people on the streets of Tehran
Tens of millions of mourners flock to funeral procession for slain Ayatollah Khamenei which will go on for days amid growing fears of mass stampedes and brutal security clampdowns
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Leaders from more than 100 countries are planning to attend the opening of the ceremony expected today before his body is taken to worshippers across Iran and Iraq.
His coffin is on display today, in readiness for the beginning of the ceremony on Saturday, along with the remains of the rest of his family who also died in the war. None of the European countries who are allies to the US or Israel were invited.
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The funeral for Iran’s late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is under way, months after an air strike killed him at the start of the war with the US and Israel.
Authorities unveiled the casket containing Khamenei’s body in a glass case at the Grand Mosalla in Tehran, Iran’s capital.
Mourners wept at the sight, with some chanting: “Our word is one! Revenge! Revenge!”
Mourners have gathered for the funeral (AP)
Some carried banners and flags, while billboards across the city bore Khamenei’s image. Crowds of men rhythmically beat their chests in mourning, a common practice at Shia funerals.
“I am here to say goodbye to my beloved leader Ali Khamenei,” said a weeping Hananeh Mousavi, 27, who attended the funeral alongside her mother. “I never expected to see such a day. I wish …
Millions are expected for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral as Iran places its armed forces on maximum alert and warns the US and Israel against attack. Up to 8.5 million may travel to Mashhad for buri...
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Iran prepares for dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war
Iran prepares for dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war
<p>TEHRAN, Iran — Iran prepared Friday for the dayslong funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with banners across Tehran urging the public to rise up in support of the Islamic Republic after the devastating war that killed the 86-year-old cleric.</p>
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is in full swing on Friday with authorities expecting millions of mourners and a number of foreign dignitaries to join the official ceremony. The body of Iran’s late leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei arrived at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla religious complex ahead of the funeral, state media reported. A huge crowd of mourners gathered on the streets of Tehran ahead of the funeral ceremonies, which are scheduled to take place from July 4 through July 9. Meanwhile, Indian delegations that are going to attend the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will leave for Iran today.
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As thousands of mourners gathered on Friday at the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla in Tehran for the state funeral of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, a deeply heartbreaking visual emerged as the defining image of the national memorial.
Khamenei's coffin was carried into the complex, draped in the flag of the Islamic Republic with his black turban placed on top. Placed directly beside the massive, flag-draped caskets of the country's top clerical and military leaders was a single, tiny coffin.
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Killed on Feb 28, to be buried on July 9: Why Iran delayed Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral by over 100 days
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Khamenei will be buried at the shrine of Imam Reza on July 9, following funeral ceremonies in Tehran, Qom and Mashhad on July 6, 7 and 9, respectively.
Tiny coffin beside Khamenei's: 14-month-old granddaughter honoured at funeral
Tiny coffin beside Khamenei's: 14-month-old granddaughter honoured at funeral
Iran mourned its late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei with funeral ceremonies in Tehran, where his coffin was displayed alongside that of his 14-month-old granddaughter, killed in an Israeli airstrike. The event also honored other family members, including his son-in-law and daughter. Thousands gathered for prayers, with traditional practices observed. The funeral procession is expected to span several days and locations, including neighboring Iraq.
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Iranians bury former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei 4 months after deadly ...
Iranians on Thursday buried the former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at the country’s holiest shrine in the city of Mashhad, with his son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, still away from public view after reportedly being disfigured in thejoint US-Israeli strikes earlier this year.
The burial of Ali Khamenei in northeast Iran comes after a week of mass funeral processions, mourning and rallies across the country amid renewed hostilities in the West Asia region between the United States and Iran, threatening the ceasefire and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Khamenei’s body was carried through the Mashhad streets in a truck slowly towards the Shrine of Imam Reza, with clerics walking on either side.Mourners, carrying Iranian flags and photographs of the slain supreme leader, were walking close behind the truck,Reutersreported.
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Huge crowds gather as Khamenei funeral ceremonies begin in Iran
Huge crowds gather as Khamenei funeral ceremonies begin in Iran
<p>Funeral ceremonies for Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei officially began on Saturday, state television reported, an event drawing thousands and intended to serve as a show of strength to the Islamic republic's foes.</p><p>Iranian authorities say they anticipate between 15 and 20 million participants in Tehran alone over the next three days for tributes to the man who ran the country for three-and-a-half decades.</p>
Funeral for slain Iranian supreme leader Khamenei set for July
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Iran’s state-run news agency said on Saturday funeral processions for its former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, would be held in July, as mediators say an agreement to end the war is close.
The funeral, burial, and farewell ceremonies for Khamenei would take place between July 4 and 9, Iran’s state-run television IRIB reported.
Khamenei was killed in the opening salvo of the war that Israel and the United States launched against Iran in late February. He has since been replaced by his...
Body of Seyyed Ali Khamenei brought to farewell ceremony in Tehran
Body of Seyyed Ali Khamenei brought to farewell ceremony in Tehran
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>The body of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei arrives at the Imam Khomeini Hussainiya, southern Tehran, for the farewell rite, IRNA reported.</p>
<p>More than 20 million people are reportedly expected to travel to Iran’s capital for the funeral of Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated by the US and Israel on 28 February, according to Iranian state TV.</p>
<p>This would more than double Tehran’s population of roughly 10 million.</p>
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What We Saw at Ayatollah Khamenei’s Funeral
What We Saw at Ayatollah Khamenei’s Funeral
Our Middle East correspondent Abdi Latif Dahir attended the first day of funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the former supreme leader of Iran who was killed by U.S. and Israeli air strikes in February.
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Ali Khamenei Funeral Highlights: Iran has begun the week-long funeral ceremony of late Iranian Supreme LeaderAyatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian leaders, visibly in tears, paid their tribute a day before the public funeral ceremony. The final burial will take place next Friday, July 9.
Millions of people and a coterie of foreign dignitaries were expected to attend today's official ceremony for Ali Khamenei, with Tehran's chief negotiator calling for a massive turnout to avenge his death.
The 86-year-old cleric was killed during the US-Israel strikes onTehranon February 28. His funeral was delayed as the war in Iran continued. The funeral events have begin and it will take place over the weekend in Tehran, with mass processions planned next week in Qom and Mashhad and ceremonies in Iraq.
Khamenei's flag-draped coffin sat at Tehran's Grand Mosalla. Unveiled late on Thursday to a throng of sobbing supporters, Khamenei's coffin — and those of family members killed with him — was laid in state on Friday, in the great prayer hall built to honour his predecessor, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini.
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Iran’s late Supreme Leader Khamenei laid to rest in Meshhed
Iran’s late Supreme Leader Khamenei laid to rest in Meshhed
Khamenei was buried at the Imam Reza Holy Shrine, alongside his family members who were also killed as a result of US-Israeli bombings
As Khamenei mourners fill Iran's streets, discontent still simmers
As Khamenei mourners fill Iran's streets, discontent still simmers
<p>By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowall</p><p>DUBAI, July 6 (Reuters) - Iran's theocratic rulers are mobilising mass crowds of the revolutionary faithful on the streets of Tehran, but behind the display of unity it is far from clear they have resolved gaping internal fractures over the economy and state repression.</p><p>Vast numbers are attending a week of funeral events for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes at the start of the war, in mourning ceremonies, marches and demonstrations across Iran.</p>
Iran begins dayslong funeral for late supreme leader killed in war
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<p>Iran began a dayslong funeral Saturday for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei after an airstrike killed him at the start of the war. </p>
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Khamenei funeral procession begins in Tehran as huge crowds expected
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People gather along a street during the funeral procession of Iran’s late supreme leader Ali Khamenei and his family members, in Tehran July 6, 2026. The funeral procession for Ali Khamenei began in Tehran on July 6, state television reported, as authorities prepared for crowds that could rival those that turned out for his predecessor nearly four decades ago. (Photo by AFP) /
The funeral procession for Iran’s late supreme leader Ali Khamenei began in Tehran on Monday, state television reported, as authorities prepared for crowds that could rival those that turned out for his predecessor nearly four decades ago.
The ceremonies offer Iran an opportunity to project resilience after five weeks of war with the United States and Israel, while attention remains focused on Khamenei’s successor, his son Mojtaba Khamenei, who has not appeared in public since taking power.
After lying in state for two days at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla religious complex, the body of Khamenei — who was killed on the first day of the Middle East war on February 28 — began its journey through the capital accompanied by massive cr…
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15 million people expected to attend former supreme leader's funeral
15 million people expected to attend former supreme leader's funeral
Mourners thronged a vast prayer complex in Tehran on Saturday as the week-long funeral ceremonies of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began with the national anthem, religious eulogies and readings from the Koran. 15 million people are expected to attend the former leader's funeral, according to Iranian authorities, FRANCE 24's Reza Sayah said, reporting from Tehran, adding that the event would take place also in neighbouring Iraq.
Iran prepares to bury slain leader Khamenei after mass funeral processions
Iran prepares to bury slain leader Khamenei after mass funeral processions
The late supreme leader will be buried in his hometown, the eastern holy city of Mashhad.
Funeral ceremonies continue for Khamenei, senior officials join
Funeral ceremonies continue for Khamenei, senior officials join
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>Funeral prayers were held for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Sunday at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla complex, marking the second day of ceremonies that have drawn large crowds to the capital.</p>
<p>President Masoud Pezeshkian, parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and other senior officials attended the prayers, which were led by prominent Shia cleric Jafar Sobhani.</p>
<p>Khamenei’s coffin, draped in the Iranian flag, was placed alongside the coffins of four relatives who were also killed in the 28 February strikes by US and Israel…
Prayers to be offered for martyred Leader on third day of Tehran funeral ceremonies
Prayers to be offered for martyred Leader on third day of Tehran funeral ceremonies
Funeral prayers are to be offered over the body of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on the third day of extensive funeral ceremonies in the Iranian capital.
Iran to hold six-day funeral for martyred Leader across country and in Iraq
Iran to hold six-day funeral for martyred Leader across country and in Iraq
Iran says the martyred Leader will have a six-day funeral schedule spanning five cities, beginning with a two-day farewell ceremony in Tehran on July 4 and concluding with burial in Mashhad on July 9.
Video shows jet escorting slain Iran Supreme Leader Khamenei’s coffin to Mashhad
Video shows jet escorting slain Iran Supreme Leader Khamenei’s coffin to Mashhad
The coffin of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been returned to Iran from Iraq following solemn funeral rites held in both Najaf and Karbala. His arrival in Mashhad drew large crowds as the community prepared for his burial at the Imam Reza shrine. Khamenei passed away on February 28 during a US-Israel operation, and current tensions continue with strikes exchanged between Iran and the US.
Funeral prayers for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei were offered at the courtyard of the Imam Hussain Shrine before his body was taken to Mashhad for burial at the courtyard of the Imam Reza Shrine.
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Funeral prayers for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei were offered at the courtyard of the Imam Hussain Shrine before his body was taken to Mashhad for burial at the courtyard of the Imam Reza Shrine.
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Tehran preparing to say farewell to martyr Leader.
A profound silence has descended upon Iran. It is the kind of silence that often precedes history—a silence heavy with grief, memory, and anticipation. From the crowded boulevards of Tehran to the Holy Shrines of Mashhad and Qom, from the bazaars of Tabriz to the historic avenues of Isfahan and the gardens of Shiraz, an entire nation is preparing to bid farewell to the man whom millions regarded not merely as a political leader, but as the spiritual compass of a generation.
Over the coming days, Iran is expected to witness one of the largest funeral ceremonies in its contemporary history, a national mourning that will draw millions of people and delegations from across the globe. Streets have been transformed into avenues of remembrance. Black banners flutter from bridges and government buildings, portraits overlook city squares, and mosques, seminaries, universities, and public institutions have become centers of prayer, reflection, and preparation.
As the Persian poet Saadi wrote centuries ago, “The children of Adam are limbs of one…
Khamenei lies in state in Tehran as Iran begins week of mass funeral ceremonies
Khamenei lies in state in Tehran as Iran begins week of mass funeral ceremonies
<p>Despite official proclamations of national unity in run-up to funeral of supreme leader, killed in Israel-US airstrikes on first day of war, Islamic Republic has rarely been so internally fractured</p>
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Iran needs to 'normalise relations with the US somehow' to save economy, expert says
Iran needs to 'normalise relations with the US somehow' to save economy, expert says
Iranian leaders joined prayers Sunday over the casket of late supreme leader Ali Khamenei during a second day of funeral ceremonies. Arash Azizi, contribuing writer at the Atlantic, said Iran needs to "normalise relations with the US somehow" as he pointed to the economy which is in tatters following months of conflict with the US and Israel.
In pictures | Iran pays last respects to slain leader Ali Khamenei
In pictures | Iran pays last respects to slain leader Ali Khamenei
Officials and international dignitaries paid their last respects as part of a marathon six-day funeral ceremony in Tehran to commemorate the slain Supreme Leader, who was killed on the first day of the U.S.-Israeli war on February 28.
Khamenei successor has yet to be seen as ex-ayatollah's funeral comes to a close
Khamenei successor has yet to be seen as ex-ayatollah's funeral comes to a close
US and Iran have resumed strikes, threatening a return to full-scale war. The fighting also came with Iran preparing to bury Khamenei, who was killed alongside close family members on the first day of the US-Israeli war against the Islamic republic on February 28. The last of a marathon six days of funeral ceremonies will be closely watched for signs of his son Mojtaba Khamenei, who has yet to appear in public since being appointed. FRANCE 24's Angela Diffley tells us more.
In pictures: Funeral procession for Iran's slain Supreme Leader begins in Tehran
In pictures: Funeral procession for Iran's slain Supreme Leader begins in Tehran
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>Funeral procession for Iran's former supreme leader Ali Khamenei have begun in the country's capital, state media reported. </p>
<p>Crowds of people have been pictured gathering in Tehran’s Revolution Square ahead of the funeral,</p>
<p>According to Iranian media, the procession - which is expected to last for 10 to 12 hours - will begin from the Grand Mosalla of Tehran. </p>
<p>His body is expected to be taken through the city of Qom on Tuesday, then to Iraq o…
As Iran buries Khamenei, it shifts from 'a theocracy to a nationalistic military leadership'
As Iran buries Khamenei, it shifts from 'a theocracy to a nationalistic military leadership'
Khamenei's marathon funeral is coming to an end as the coffin arrives in Mashhad, following a week of mass processions across Iran resonating with revenge slogans against Trump. It comes as strikes between of US and Iran have started up again. The funeral is also being used as a way to project to the world a regime that has managed to withstand the war. FRANCE 24's Angela Diffley tells us more.
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Iranians begin to gather for Khamenei funeral ceremonies
Iranians begin to gather for Khamenei funeral ceremonies
<p>Iranians began to gather on Friday for the funeral ceremonies of slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei, as officials and international dignitaries paid their last respects to the man who ran the country for three-and-a-half decades.</p><p>Iranian authorities have planned a marathon six days of funeral ceremonies to commemorate Khamenei, who ruled the Islamic republic as its number one from 1989 until his killing aged 86 on the first day of the US-Israeli war on February 28.</p>
Ayatollah funeral Khamenei 14-Month-Old Granddaughter Tiny Coffin Heavy ...
Ayatollah funeral Khamenei 14-Month-Old Granddaughter Tiny Coffin Heavy ...
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran on Friday as Iran began funeral ceremonies for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with scenes of grief unfolding at the Grand Mosalla complex. While the procession honoured several members of Khamenei's family killed in the February 28 airstrike, it was the tiny coffin of his 14-month-old granddaughter that became one of the most poignant images of the ceremony.
Khamenei's coffin, draped in the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran and topped with his signature black turban, was carried into the sprawling prayer complex as crowds packed the venue. Arranged nearby were the coffins of relatives who were also killed in the strike, including his eldest daughter, his son-in-law, and the wife of Iran's new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.
Among the flag-draped coffins, the smallest belonged to 14-month-old Zahra Mohammadi Golpayegani. A framed photograph of the child was placed beside her coffin, prompting many mourners to pause in silence before continuing with the funeral procession.
The image of the infant's casket became an emotional focal poin…
Iran’s regime hopes Khamenei’s funeral will demonstrate its strength
Iran’s regime hopes Khamenei’s funeral will demonstrate its strength
Across Tehran, billboards recast the battle of Karbala with faces of Messrs Khamenei, Netanyahu and Trump, superimposed on those of the original protagonists
Iran’s supreme leader bails on first day of late dad’s funeral ceremonies
Iran’s supreme leader bails on first day of late dad’s funeral ceremonies
Iran's entire regime made a red carpet entrance to the first of three funeral ceremonies for late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei — except the dead ayatollah's own son and successor.
Iran president pays respects at Khamenei's remains: state TV
Iran president pays respects at Khamenei's remains: state TV
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian paid his respects on Friday before the remains of Ali Khamenei, accompanied by government officials including the Speaker of Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.</p>
<p>State television footage showed Masoud Pezeshkian praying before the former Supreme Leader's coffin, upon which a black turban rests.</p>
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Iran to bury slain Supreme Leader in culmination of mass funeral
Iran to bury slain Supreme Leader in culmination of mass funeral
<p>By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowall</p><p>DUBAI, July 9 (Reuters) - Iran buries its slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Thursday at the country's holiest shrine, with his son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei still hidden from public view after being disfigured in the strike that killed his father.</p><p>The burial in Mashhad in northeast Iran follows a week of mass funeral processions, rallies and mourning ceremonies that has coincided with a renewed burst of conflict with the United States following weeks of truce.</p>
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Thousands gather in Iran as Khamenei funeral ceremonies begin
Thousands gather in Iran as Khamenei funeral ceremonies begin
Funeral ceremonies for Iran’s late supreme leader Ali Khamenei officially began on Saturday, state television reported, an event drawing thousands and intended to serve as a show of strength to the Islamic republic’s foes.
Iranian authorities say they anticipate between 15 and 20 million participants in Tehran alone over the next three days for tributes to the man who ran the country for three-and-a-half decades.
Six days of funeral ceremonies are planned to commemorate Khamenei, who ruled the...
Iran says funeral for late Supreme Leader Khamenei to begin July 4, burial set for July 9
Iran says funeral for late Supreme Leader Khamenei to begin July 4, burial set for July 9
<p>DUBAI, June 13 (Reuters) - Funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will begin in Tehran on July 4 and conclude with his burial in the northeastern city of Mashhad on July 9, state media reported on Saturday. </p><p>Khamenei, was killed in Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iran in February. His death marked the end of more than three decades at the helm of the Islamic Republic.</p><p></p><p> (Reporting by Ahmed Elimam, Eman Abu Hassira and Mohammed Gebaly, Editing by Louise Heavens)</p>
Why Iran took former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's coffin back ... - WION
Why Iran took former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's coffin back ... - WION
Iran has begun a multi-day farewell for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with millions expected to attend ceremonies across Tehran, Qom and Mashhad. His son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, will reportedly skip the funeral due to security threats and surveillance concerns.
In an unannounced event, the coffin carrying the body of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was reportedly taken to the site where he was killed. This happened after Iran unveiled his coffin in Tehran on July 3. The Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) the development. Former Supreme Leader of Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed at his residential compound in central Tehran in a joint US and Israeli attack on February 28 this year. The specific site of the attack, according to Iranian officials, was on Jomhouri Street. Iran, later made a temporary devotional space known as Ravagh Keshvardoust on the location for mourners.
While there is no specific ritual of taking the body to the location of death, Iran's move to do so is linked with the aligns with several deep-seated rituals of martyrdom and remembran…
Mourners pay respects as Iran’s slain leader Ali Khamenei laid in state
Mourners pay respects as Iran’s slain leader Ali Khamenei laid in state
Iran begins seven-day state funeral for late ayatollah as some 100 foreign delegations arrive under a tense ceasefire
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People carry a coffin as the bodies of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his family members are brought to the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla, on the day International delegates participate in a farewell ceremony for Khamenei, who was killed on February 28 during Israeli and U.S. airstrikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran July 3, 2026. - Picture taken using a mobile phone. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS
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TIGHT security was seen manning the streets of Tehran on Friday (July 3), ahead of a planned farewell ceremony for former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Iran's ruling clerics are preparing days of mass funeral rites for Khamenei as a show of public devotion to the Islamic Republic and proof that its revolutionary fervor still burns strong.
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Allies Converge on Iran as Funeral Ceremonies for Supreme Leader Begin
Allies Converge on Iran as Funeral Ceremonies for Supreme Leader Begin
Dignitaries walking past the coffins of Iran’s slain supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and his family members after paying their respects at the Grand Mosalla in Tehran on Friday.
Live - Khamenei funeral opens in Tehran amid revenge vows, turnout ...
Live - Khamenei funeral opens in Tehran amid revenge vows, turnout ...
Iran's Intelligence Ministry vowed on Saturday to avenge the killing of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and other victims of US and Israeli strikes, according to a statement carried by state media.
"The wounded hearts of the proud people of Iran and freedom-seekers around the world will not heal except through vengeance against those responsible for the crime of assassinating the martyred leader," the ministry said.
It also pledged loyalty to current Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and vowed to seek "revenge for the blood of the martyred leader and the innocent victims" of what it called Iran's second and third "imposed wars", referring to last year's 12-day conflict and the war launched by Israel and the United States in February.
Millions expected to attend as Iran begins dayslong Khamenei funeral
Millions expected to attend as Iran begins dayslong Khamenei funeral
The body of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei lay in state in a vast hall in Tehran on Friday as clerics, officials, foreign dignitaries and other mourners paid their respects to Iran's late Supreme Leader, slain by U.S. and Israeli bombs. Iran is staging a week of mass funeral processions for Khamenei, with millions of mourners expected to attend.
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Final Stage of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s Weeklong Funeral Is Delayed
Final Stage of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s Weeklong Funeral Is Delayed
The Iranian authorities said the funeral procession in Mashhad for the former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, would start late. Hours earlier, the United States and Iran traded strikes.
Khamenei's Death Exposes Deep Divisions As Monument Toppled
Khamenei's Death Exposes Deep Divisions As Monument Toppled
The death of Supreme Leader Khamenei has ignited celebrations in Iran, culminating in the toppling of Khomeini's monument, revealing deep societal divisions.
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Crowds in the southern Iranian town of Galleh Dar on Sunday toppled a monument dedicated to Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, founder of the Islamic Republic, as celebrations and mournings broke out following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Videos circulating on social media showed flames rising from a roundabout as the monument was pulled down, with onlookers cheering and applauding. In one clip, a man can be heard shouting, “Am I dreaming? Hello to the new world!” as fires burned on the traffic circle where the statue once stood. The footage could not be independently verified.
Khomeini led the 1979 Islamic Revolution that overthrew Iran’s monarchy and established the Islamic Republic, reshaping the country’s political system. The toppling of his monument comes amid heightened tensions following the sudden death of Khamenei, who ruled Iran for 36 years.
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Flowers and ‘vengance’: Tehran’s Grand Mosalla readies for Khamenei memorial
Flowers and ‘vengance’: Tehran’s Grand Mosalla readies for Khamenei memorial
<p>Slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's body is set to lie in state at vast Tehran religious complex beginning on Saturday, as 15 to 20 million mourners expected to gather in extreme heat</p>
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Iran: Dignitaries arrive for Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral
Iran: Dignitaries arrive for Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral
Officials from China, Russia, India and other countries are in Tehran as Iran prepares to mourn the Supreme Leader, who was killed in an airstrike at the start of the US-Israeli campaign against Iran.
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TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) – Funeral prayers for martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei and four members of his family will be held at Tehran's Mosalla on Sunday morning.
The funeral prayer ceremony will begin at 6:00 am local time on Sunday, July 5, at the Imam Khomeini Musalla in Tehran, where the sacred body of the martyred Leader has been lying in state since Saturday for public mourning and official farewell ceremonies.
In addition to Ayatollah Khamenei, funeral prayers will also be offered for four members of his family who were martyred in the same US-Israeli strike: Dr. Mesbah al-Hoda Baqeri Kani, the Leader's son-in-law; Seyedeh Boshra Hosseini Khamenei, his daughter; Zahra Haddad Adel, his daughter-in-law; and Zahra Mohammadi Golpayegani, his granddaughter.
The funeral prayer follows the first day of a two-day public farewell ceremony at Tehran's Musalla, where hundreds of thousands of mourners gath…
Iran gears up for huge farewell to slain supreme leader - CNN
Iran gears up for huge farewell to slain supreme leader - CNN
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• Funeral preparations:
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warned the US and Israel
against launching attacks during the procession.
• Straits warning:
Iran also issued a fresh warning on Thursday
for vessels to follow Tehran-designated routes through the Strait of Hormuz, once again spotlighting the tensions over the crucial waterway.
• Missing crew:
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First Thing: Iran to show defiance in six-day funeral for supreme leader
First Thing: Iran to show defiance in six-day funeral for supreme leader
<p>Ceremony for Ali Khamenei intended to be epic display of national power. Plus, the expected wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce pays dividend to good causes</p><p>Good morning. Final preparations are under way for <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/03/ali-khamenei-six-day-funeral-millions-iran">Ali Khamenei’s six-day funeral</a>. The farewell to the former supreme leader is expected to draw millions in Iran. Khamenei was killed in the opening salvo of the US-Israeli attack on the country in February, and the funeral is intended to be an epic display of personal mourning, national power, resilience and social cohesion.</p><p>Iran’s first vice-president, Mohammad Reza Aref, who is the lead funeral organiser, described the ceremony, which begins on Saturday in Tehran and will end with Khamenei’s burial on Thursday in Mashhad, as “the most important event of this century” and the most attended event since the 1979 revolution. The scale of the funeral has been conceived to relay political and religious messages of resistance to the rest of the world. At the request of Iraqi politicians, Kh…
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<p>Funeral ceremonies for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei have officially begun in Tehran, with millions of mourners and delegations from more than 100 countries expected to participate.</p>
<p>The event has become one of the largest political and religious gatherings in Iran’s recent history, while diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran continue in the background and tensions remain in Lebanon and the occupied Palestinian territories.</p>
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World's Largest Funeral: Chaos Halted Burial When 10 Million Mourners ...
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Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini's funeral drew an estimated 10.2 million people, about one-sixth of Iran’s population at the time, setting a Guinness World Record. The massive, hysterical crowd completely overwhelmed security, resulting in at least eight deaths and 11,000 injuries.
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On June 6, 1989, millions of Iranians turned out in the streets to bury Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, who led the 1979 Islamic Revolution. The situation quickly got out of control.
Those in the crowd beat their chests rhythmically in the intense summer heat, the wails of women cutting through the noise. Mourners rushed the casket, causing the 86-year-old religious leader’s white-wrapped body to tumble out into the crowd.
Initial reports said the chaos killed at least eight people and injured some 11,000 others. It was recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest percentage of a population to attend a f…
Iran to bury slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in culmination of week-long funeral ceremonies
Iran to bury slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in culmination of week-long funeral ceremonies
Iran's slain ruler Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Thursday will be buried at the country's holiest shrine in Mashhad after a week of mass funeral processions, rallies and mourning ceremonies that has coincided with a flare-up in conflict with the US. Khamenei's son and successor, Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, has still not made any public appearances.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's burial: See full details about date, location ...
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's burial: See full details about date, location ...
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The plans for the burial of Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have been revealed.
The burial will take place at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad. The decision is made in the light to honour his final wish to rest near one of Shia Islam’s most revered figures.
The three-day state funeral has been announced, spanning multiple Iranian cities, as confirmed by relevant authorities.
The funeral will begin in mid-June, running from the end of the Islamic calendar’s month Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 to early Muharram.
Public farewell ceremonies in Tehran are planned to last at least 24 hours, alternating between the Tehran Musalla and the Imam Khomeini Mausoleum. After that, the procession heads to Qom, ending at the final resting place in Mashhad.
The initial funeral plans after Khamenei passed away in February were postponed. Logistical issues and war-related concerns pushed the multi-day event all the way to June.
For burial, the Iranian authorities are preparing for historic public participation, with up to 20 million mourners expected to attend the last rituals.
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Iranians flock to week-long funeral rites for Khamenei
Iranians flock to week-long funeral rites for Khamenei
<p>By Parisa Hafezi, Ahmed Elimam and Eman Abouhassira</p><p>DUBAI, July 4 (Reuters) - Mourners thronged a vast prayer complex in Tehran on Saturday as the week-long funeral ceremonies of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began with the national anthem, religious eulogies and readings from the Koran. </p><p>Iran is staging mass funeral processions for Khamenei – whose 37-year reign was brought to an end in February by the first airstrike of the war launched by the U.S. and Israel – in a show of public devotion to the Islamic Republic's theocratic state and revolutionary zeal.</p>
Why Iran is preparing a massive Khamenei farewell? Security fears rise ...
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Tehran:Reports surrounding the possible final journey of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have attracted widespread attention as Iran faces heightened regional tensions.
According to reports, preparations linked to the funeral arrangements involve a multi-day route covering several cities. The reported plan has increased speculation about security measures, public participation and the political implications of such an event.
The developments come at a time when tensions involving Israel, Iran and other regional powers remain high.
Concerns have been raised about possible threats and security challenges during any large public gathering. Authorities are expected to focus heavily on security arrangements to prevent disruptions and ensure public safety.
Iran has historically treated major national events involving senior leaders as highly sensitive occasions, requiring extensive planning and coordination.
Alongside discussions about the funeral arrangements, attention has also turned toward Mojtaba Khamenei. Speculation about Iran’s future leadership and succession has continued for years, with analysts closely wa…
Millions join historic funeral prayers for Iran's martyred Leader
Millions join historic funeral prayers for Iran's martyred Leader
Millions join historic funeral prayers for Iran’s martyred Leader
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TEHRAN - Millions of mourners from Iran and other countries performed funeral prayers for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Mosalla on Sunday, as an immense outpouring of grief underscored his enduring role as a leading religious and political figure whose influence extended far beyond Iran's borders.
As the prayer hall reached capacity hours before the ceremony, authorities closed all entrances to the sprawling complex in preparation for the funeral prayers of the martyred Leader.
Even after the hall was filled, mourners continued to arrive, with the surrounding streets and avenues transformed into a vast gathering of people paying their final respects and offering prayers for Ayatollah Khamenei.
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Ayatollah Jafar Sobhani, one of Iran’s most senior religious figures, led the prayers at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Mosalla. The funeral prayer was first offered for the martyred Leader. It was then offered for four members of Ayatollah Khame…
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Iran President Pezeshkian invites PM Modi to attend former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's state funeral: Sources
Tehran [Iran], June 24 : Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the state funeral and burial ceremonies for Ali Khamenei, the former Supreme Leader of Iran, sources said.
The official invitation marks a significant diplomatic engagement following the death of the 86-year-old leader, who was killed in a joint US-Israeli airstrike on February 28. Having headed the Islamic Republic for 36 years, Khamenei was killed on the first day of the military strikes directed against Tehran.
According to Iranian state media, the multi-day funeral ceremonies are scheduled to begin on July 4. The rituals will include event…
Iran hails participation of representatives from over 70 countries in martyred Leader’s funeral
Iran hails participation of representatives from over 70 countries in martyred Leader’s funeral
Iran hails participation of representatives from more than 70 countries in funeral ceremonies held for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Ali Khamenei's six-day funeral expected to draw millions in Iran
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Huge scale of funeral for supreme leader across five cities is intended to relay message of resistance to rest of the world
Women talk in front of a banner with graphic depicting the slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei kissing head of the late commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guard expeditionary Quds Force, Gen. Qassem Soleimani, who was killed in a U.S. drone attack in 2020 in Iraq, as they wait for the green light to cross an intersection in downtown Tehran, Iran, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)
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In the small hours of Friday, the police roadblocks, stalls, posters and army vans were starting to appear across Tehran as millions of Iranians prepared to attend the long-delayed six-day funeral ceremony for Ali Khamenei,
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supreme leader for 36 turbulent years.
Killed in the opening salvo of the US-Israeli attack on the country in February, the funeral is intended to be an epic display of personal mourning, national power, resilience and social cohesion…
Details of the Farewell, Funeral, and Burial Ceremony of the Martyred ...
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TEHRAN (Defapress) - Announcement No. 3 of the Headquarters for Commemorating the Ascension of Martyr Ayatollah Khamenei was issued.
The text of this announcement is as follows;
Following the ascension of the supreme authority of the Shiite world, the wise leader of the Islamic Revolution, and the standard-bearer of the front of truth and resistance, martyred Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei, the Islamic world mourns the loss of a great man who spent his entire blessed life in exalting the word of truth, defending Islam, serving the people, and guiding the Islamic Ummah. That martyred leader, with unwavering faith, sincere struggle, steadfast patience, and divine insight, always kept high the banner of the independence of dear Iran and the guidance and dignity of the Islamic Ummah. The name and memory of that unparalleled figure will endure in the history of dear Iran, the Islamic world, and in the hearts of the free people of the world.
The Headquarters for Commemorating the Ascension of Martyr Ayatollah Khamenei, while offering condolences to the blessed presence of the Imam Madi (AJ), the Supreme…
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Iran President Pezeshkian Invites PM Modi to Ali Khamenei Funeral Amid ...
Iran President Pezeshkian Invites PM Modi to Ali Khamenei Funeral Amid ...
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the state funeral and burial ceremonies for Ali Khamenei, the former Supreme Leader of Iran, sources said.
The official invitation marks a significant diplomatic engagement following the death of the 86-year-old leader, who was killed in a joint US-Israeli airstrike on February 28.
Having headed the Islamic Republic for 36 years, Khamenei was killed on the first day of the military strikes directed against Tehran.
According to Iranian state media, the multi-day funeral ceremonies are scheduled to begin on July 4.
The rituals will include events in Qom, a holy city south of Tehran, on July 7 and will conclude with his final burial on July 9 in his hometown, the holy city of Mashhad in northeastern Iran.
While Islamic jurisprudence typically dictates that a deceased person be buried as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours, exceptions are permissible, particularly during a state of war.
Speculation regarding the timeline of the final ceremonies had been mounting since February, with early reports suggesting a late June d…
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Iranian Leaders Break Down in Tears at Khamenei Farewell Ceremony
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi broke down in tears during the farewell ceremony for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. The late leader was killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28, and mourning ceremonies have begun. World leaders including Dmitry Medvedev, Shehbaz Sharif, and delegations from 100 countries attended the event. India was represented by MoS Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hasnain.
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Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi broke down in tears during the farewell ceremony for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Friday, according to Fars News, as mourning ceremonies began for the late leader, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28 this year.
According to Fars News, Tehran Governor Mohammad Sadegh Motamadian said, "We wi…
Large crowds gather in Tehran on first day of Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral
Large crowds gather in Tehran on first day of Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral
Ali Khamenei's body will lie in state in Tehran's Grand Mosalla until Monday, before travelling across Iran and Iraq.
What to know about Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral in Iran | AP News
What to know about Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral in Iran | AP News
A procession passed by the coffins of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his family on Friday, according to state media.
Mourners touch the coffin of Zahra Haddad-Adel, daughter of former Iranian parliament speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel and wife of Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, during her funeral in Tehran, Thursday, July 2, 2026. According to Iranian authorities she was killed in the same strike that killed then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.(Fars News Agency via AP)(Fars News Agency via AP)
A portrait of the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and an Iranian flag are displayed in the window of a bookstore ahead of Khamenei’s funeral ceremonies, in Tehran, Iran, Thursday, July 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, then Iran’s supreme leader, speaks during Friday prayers at Tehran University, July 30, 1999. (AP Photo/Kamran Jebreili)
People walk past a banner which shows a portrait of the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, ahead of his funeral ceremonies in Tehran, Iran, Thursday, July 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)
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APNewsAlert: TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — #Iran unveils casket of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in glass case before weeping mourners in Tehran.
Iranian analyst says Khamenei funeral will draw 20 million, seen as show of support
Iranian analyst says Khamenei funeral will draw 20 million, seen as show of support
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>Iranian international relations researcher Mohsen Farkhani said more than 20 million people are expected to participate in the funeral of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, describing the turnout as a demonstration of support for the Islamic Republic.</p>
<p>Speaking to Al Jazeera Arabic, Farkhani said the funeral would send a message to Washington and Tel Aviv that external pressure would not weaken Iran’s unity, adding that the legitimacy of the Iranian system is rooted in popular su…
Iraqi cities of Najaf and Karbala to receive Khamenei’s remains
Iraqi cities of Najaf and Karbala to receive Khamenei’s remains
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>The week-long funeral for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will extend beyond Iran, with ceremonies scheduled in the Iraqi cities of Najaf and Karbala later this week, according to Al Jazeera.</p>
<p>After public mourning events in Tehran and a commemoration ceremony in Qom, Khamenei’s remains are expected to be flown to Iraq on Wednesday.</p>
<p>Ceremonies will be held in Najaf and Karbala, home to the shrines of Imam Ali and Imam Hussein, before the body is returned to Iran for burial in Mashhad at the Imam Reza shrine. </p>
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Middle East crisis live: Funeral procession for supreme leader Ali Khamenei begins in Iran
Middle East crisis live: Funeral procession for supreme leader Ali Khamenei begins in Iran
<p>Millions join funeral procession in capital of Tehran to mourn Khamenei who was kiled in US-Israel airstrikes in February</p><p>Good morning, and welcome to the Middle East live blog.</p><p>Today marks the start of a mass funeral procession for Iran’s former supreme leader, Ali Khamenei.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/06/iran-middle-east-crisis-funeral-supreme-leader-ali-khamenei-tehran-latest-news-updates">Continue reading...</a>
Khamenei’s Burial Was Delayed, Breaking With Islamic Custom
Khamenei’s Burial Was Delayed, Breaking With Islamic Custom
Iran held a memorial for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in May, but his remains have not been interred despite the Islamic custom of burying people soon after death.
Iran's Khamenei buried in Mashhad four months after US-Israeli strikes killed him
Iran's Khamenei buried in Mashhad four months after US-Israeli strikes killed him
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was buried in Mashhad after a week of ceremonies. He ruled Iran for nearly thirty-seven years and died in recent airstrikes. Large crowds gathered for funeral processions which brought daily life to a standstill. His eldest son led prayers, but his successor was notably absent from the burial. This burial occurred amid renewed hostilities and recent strikes between the US and Iran.
Supreme leader's body arrives at Tehran religious complex for funeral
Supreme leader's body arrives at Tehran religious complex for funeral
<p>The body of Iran's supreme leader, killed in US-Israeli strikes that triggered the Middle East war, arrived at Tehran's Grand Mosalla on Friday ahead of his funeral, state media reported.</p><p>Millions of people and a coterie of foreign dignitaries were expected to attend Saturday's official ceremony for Ali Khamenei, with Tehran's chief negotiator calling for a massive turnout to avenge his death.</p><p>Photos showed mourners carrying Khamenei's coffin, emblazoned with Iran's tricolour flag, into the Grand Mosalla, one of the Islamic republic's most important ceremonial venues.</p>
Fear of US strikes? Mojtaba Khamenei 'absent' from his father's funeral service
Fear of US strikes? Mojtaba Khamenei 'absent' from his father's funeral service
Iran mourns its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in recent Middle East conflict. His funeral, expected to draw millions and foreign dignitaries, is under heightened security due to potential attacks. Notably, his son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, was absent from initial ceremonies. Burial plans have been delayed amid security concerns, with events scheduled across Iran and Iraq.
At Site Where Iran’s Slain Leader Lies, Some See a Symbol of His Failures
At Site Where Iran’s Slain Leader Lies, Some See a Symbol of His Failures
Mourners at the funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at the Grand Mosalla complex in Tehran on Saturday.
Iran war live: Iran readies state funeral for slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as US agrees to halt talks for a week
Khamenei's body arrives in Mashhad for burial after week of processions
Khamenei's body arrives in Mashhad for burial after week of processions
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Iran begins public mourning for Ayatollah killed in February
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Ali Khamenei's body will lie in state in Tehran's Grand Mosalla from Friday ahead of days-long funeral events.
Iran begins dayslong funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Iran begins dayslong funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Iran began a dayslong funeral Saturday for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, months after an airstrike killed him at the start of the war. He was 86.
Middle East live: Iran prepares to say final goodbye to Supreme Leader Khamenei
Middle East live: Iran prepares to say final goodbye to Supreme Leader Khamenei
Iran has warned the United States and Israel against any attack as the country prepares for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in airstrikes on the first day of the war. Authorities expect between 15 and 20 million people to attend in Tehran alone for this three-day tribute, which begins Saturday. Once it concludes, negotiations between Tehran and Washington will resume. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Iran sets funeral, burial dates for late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei
Iran announces funeral, burial dates for late Supreme Leader Khamenei
Iran announces funeral, burial dates for late Supreme Leader Khamenei
Funeral ceremonies will take place in Tehran and Qom before a burial in his home town of Mashhad.
What to know about the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali ...
What to know about the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali ...
Mourners in Iran are preparing for a dayslong funeral for the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed at the start of the war with the U.S. and Israel
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates --Months after the killing of Iran's supreme leader at the start ofits war with the United States and Israel, mourners will hold adayslong funeral and burialfor the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
The mourning period will see Khamenei’s body carried through cities in both Iran and neighboring Iraq. Iran’s theocracy likely will encourage the public, government employees and paramilitary forces to fill the streets in his honor.
Khamenei, who led Iran for nearly four decades, was killed on Feb. 28 when the U.S. and Israel jointly launched the war. The funeral was delayed as the war raged.
The funeral will serve as a test for Iran’s battered theocracy and its ability to summon a mass show of support, particularly as the funeral comes six months after security forces' crackdown onnationwide protests against Khamenei’s rule.
A large turnout also could raise the risk of deadly stampedes. One marred the funeral of Iran's first supreme…
So long Khamenei! Funeral for slain Iranian supreme leader killed in US, Israeli strikes to begin July 4th
So long Khamenei! Funeral for slain Iranian supreme leader killed in US, Israeli strikes to begin July 4th
Iran has finally scheduled state funeral proceedings for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei to begin on July 4 -- the same day the US throws its 250th birthday bash.
Hamas And Hezbollah Delegations Meet Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas ...
Hamas And Hezbollah Delegations Meet Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas ...
Iran’s lateSupreme Leader Sayyed Ali Khameneiwas honored in Tehran as Hamas and Hezbollah delegations metIranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchiduring funeral ceremonies on Saturday.
İlkeHaber Ajansı said the meetings were held to discuss regional developments and reaffirm solidarity with Iran following the assassination of Sayyed Khamenei during the recent US-Israeli aggression against the Islamic Republic.
The Straits Times reported that Iran-backed Hezbollah and Hamas attended the funeral ceremonies of Ali Khamenei on July 4 in Tehran, with envoys meeting Araghchi as crowds paid respects during the multi-day ceremonies.
The Straits Times also said Khamenei’s death in a US-Israeli strike on Feb 28 triggered regional conflict, with people gathering at the Grand Mosalla religious complex in Tehran on July 4.
WANA said Araghchi thanked representatives from more than 70 countries for attending the memorial ceremony for Khamenei, describing Iran as honored to host the delegations.
WANA described separate meetings in Tehran, saying representatives of Hezbollah met with Araghchi and that the head and memb…
IRNA: Funeral prayers offered to Khamenei and family members, bodies shifted to 'designated site'
IRNA: Funeral prayers offered to Khamenei and family members, bodies shifted to 'designated site'
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>Hundreds of thousands of Iranians offered funeral prayers for the former supreme leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.</p>
<p>IRNA reported that Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi, Commander-in-Chief of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), who made his first public appearance on Friday after months of absence from the public eye, was among those who offered the prayers.</p>
<p>IRNA reported that the funeral prayer has concluded, and the bodies …
Iran: More Than 100 Countries To Attend Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's ...
Iran: More Than 100 Countries To Attend Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's ...
Tehran, July 3, 2026:
Representatives from more than 100 countries are expected to attend the state funeral of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, which begins on Friday, according to state-linked broadcaster IRIB.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei will skip the funeral ceremonies of his father, citing security concerns, while India is sending an official delegation led by Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hasnain and Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita.
Khamenei, who led Iran for nearly four decades, was killed at the age of 86 in a joint US-Israeli air strike on his compound on Feb. 28, the first day of the war on Iran. The funeral was delayed as the war continued.
Week Long Funeral Programme
The week-long commemoration will begin in Tehran on Friday and include funeral ceremonies and processions across Iran and Iraq. Friday's event is expected to be attended by most foreign dignitaries.
Public ceremonies will be held in Tehran on Saturday and Sunday, when Khamenei's coffin, alongside those of several of his family members, will be placed at the Grand Mosalla, one of Iran's la…
Salman Khurshid to attend Khamenei's state funeral for Congress
Salman Khurshid to attend Khamenei's state funeral for Congress
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Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid announced on Thursday that he will attend the state funeral ceremony of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei as a representative of the Congress party.
Speaking to ANI, Khurshid stated, “I am representing the party and will attend the state funeral ceremony of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.”
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The remarks were made while confirming his participation in the event on behalf of Congress.
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Ali Khamenei’s six-day funeral expected to draw millions in Iran
Ali Khamenei’s six-day funeral expected to draw millions in Iran
<p>Huge scale of funeral for supreme leader across five cities is intended to relay message of resistance to rest of the world</p><p>In the small hours of Friday the police roadblocks, stalls, posters and army vans were starting to appear across Tehran as millions of Iranians prepared to attend the long-delayed six-day funeral ceremony for Ali Khamenei’s, Iran’s supreme leader for 36 turbulent years.</p><p>Killed in the opening salvo of the US-Israeli attack on the country in February, the funeral is intended to be an epic display of personal mourning, national power, resilience and social cohesion. Small groups of mourners carrying flags were gathering along the roads festooned with the red fist, the symbol of the funeral alongside the slogan “We must rise”. At a ceremony dedicated to the families of martyrs, Khamenei’s coffin was displayed.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/03/ali-khamenei-six-day-funeral-millions-iran">Continue reading...</a>
Iran warns US, Israel against attacks ahead of funeral processions for Khamenei
Iran warns US, Israel against attacks ahead of funeral processions for Khamenei
<p>DUBAI, July 2 (Reuters) - An Iranian military commander warned the United States and Israel on Thursday against any attack on Iran as it prepares for the state funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in airstrikes on the first day of the war.</p>
Middle East live: Iran begins days-long funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Middle East live: Iran begins days-long funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Iran on Saturday began a days-long funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The 86-year-old was killed in an air strike at the start of the US-Israeli war with Iran. Mourners wept when authorities unveiled the casket containing Khamenei’s body at the Grand Mosalla in Tehran. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Iran Plans 3-Day Funeral for Ayatollah Khamenei
Iran Plans 3-Day Funeral for Ayatollah Khamenei
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Iran Announces Three-Day State Funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Iran has announced a three-day state funeral for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a strike on February 28. Processions are planned in Tehran, Qom, and Mashhad, with up to 20 million expected in the capital alone. The funeral was postponed due to logistical challenges but is now tentatively scheduled for mid-June. Khamenei's son, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has been selected as his successor but has not appeared publicly since.
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Iran announces three-day state funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei with processions in several cities
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Iranian authorities have announced plans to conduct a three-day public funeral for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed during the opening day of the US-Israeli war against Iran, according to reports carried by state media.
The administrative arrangements for the multi-city commemorations were outlined by Tehran Deputy Mayor Mohammad Amin Tavakoli-Zadeh. He stated that the…
Iran holds funeral for Ali Khamenei: Attendees 'hardline factions' of society, specialist says
Iran holds funeral for Ali Khamenei: Attendees 'hardline factions' of society, specialist says
Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran on Saturday for the start of a dayslong funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Tara Kangarlou, a global affairs journalist and author of The Heartbeat of Iran, said most attendees were "more emboldened, hardline factions of the society," making the crowd unrepresentative of broader public attitudes toward the regime.
Iran, Iraq preparing for 'historic' funeral for martyred Leader: FM
Iran, Iraq preparing for 'historic' funeral for martyred Leader: FM
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran and Iraq are preparing for a "historic" funeral for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Khamenei's funeral tomorrow: How Iran's Grand Mosalla is preparing amid ...
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A sea of black and red banners, giant portraits ofAyatollah Ali Khameneiand carefully tended flower beds reportedly greeted preparations atTehran's Grand Mosalla on Friday, as Iran readied itself for the funeral of the supreme leader who ruled the country for more than three decades.
Country's state media images from the venue showed Khamenei's coffin placed on a stage beneath butterfly-themed decorations, surrounded by hundreds of mourners. Another image carried by Press TV showed a flag from the shrine of Imam Reza placed above the coffin.
Inside the complex, large portraits of the late leader lined the walls alongside black flags symbolising mourning and red banners associated with martyrdom and vengeance, reported news agency AFP. One prominent image depicted Khamenei, then Iran's president, standing with young fighters during the 1980s Iran-Iraqwar.
Security around the sprawling religious complex was visibly heightened ahead of the start of the mourning events, AFP report said. Dozens of security personnel were deployed at the main entrance, stopping and checking vehicles approaching the site. Entr…
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Khamenei's Funeral Is Meant to Project Strength. But Iran's New ... - TIME
Tens of thousands of mourners packed Tehran on Sunday amid a six-day
funeral ceremony
for the late Supreme Leader
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
.
Khamenei, 86, was killed in the United States and Israeli airstrikes that marked the start of the
war with Iran
on Feb. 28. In the ensuing months, the fighting claimed the lives of over 50 senior-ranking political and military officials, reshaping the established leadership of Iran.
That the strength of its leadership has irrevocably suffered is the exact notion Iran hopes to dispel with its high-visibility ceremonies this week. Experts say that the historic gatherings are meant to serve as a powerful endorsement of the Islamic Republic, demonstrating unity throughout the country despite the war’s massive
economic and political setbacks
.
“The funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei is far more than a religious ceremony,” Negar Mortazavi, senior fellow at the Center for International Policy, tells TIME. “The message is that while the leader is gone, the Islamic Republic’s institutions remain intact and the state endures.”
Iranian officials have vocalized similar sentiments. Qom Fr…
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Ayatollah Khamenei's Funeral: Bihar Governor Syed Ata ... - Oneindia
Ayatollah Khamenei's Funeral: Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hasnain, MoS Pabitra Margherita To Mark India's Presence
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As the funeral ceremony of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei will start from July 4th, India will be sending a high level delegation to attend. It will be represented by two senior leaders - Lt Gen (retd) Syed Ata Hasnain, Governor of Bihar, and Pabitra Margherita, Minister of State for External Affairs.
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India will send a delegation including Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hasnain and Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita to the funeral ceremonies for Iran's late leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, starting July 4th, with burial on July 9th in Mashhad.
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In pictures: Scenes from the state funeral for Iran's assassinated supreme leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran
In pictures: Scenes from the state funeral for Iran's assassinated supreme leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran
<p>Mourners and leaders from around the world, including Pakistan, gathered at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla to pay tribute to Iran’s former Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, who was <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/1976870">assassinated</a> in a US-Israeli strike on Iran in February 2026.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2011971/iran-prepares-for-late-supreme-leaders-funeral"><u>funeral ceremonies</u></a> will pass through a series of locations — from the seat of power in Tehran to the holy cities of Qom, Karbala, Najaf and finally Mashhad — reflecting the religious, political and ideological pillars of the Islamic republic.</p>
<p>His funeral, initially delayed at the height of the Middle East war, is taking place as Iran and the US observe a fragile ceasefire following the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding to halt the conflict.</p>
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What to know about the funeral and burial of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
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Mourners touch the coffin of Zahra Haddad-Adel, daughter of former Iranian parliament speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel and wife of Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, during her funeral in Tehran, Thursday, July 2, 2026. According to Iranian authorities she was killed in the same strike that killed then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.(Fars News Agency via AP)(Fars News Agency via AP)
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Mourners touch the coffin of Zahra Haddad-Adel, daughter of former Iranian parliament speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel and wife of Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, during her funeral in Tehran, Thursday, July 2, 2026. According to Iranian authorities she was killed in the same strike that killed then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.(Fars News Agency via AP)(Fars News Agency via AP)
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Months after the killing of Iran's supreme leader at the start of
its war with the United States and Israel
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dayslong funeral and burial
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Tens of thousands of Iranians have thronged a vast outdoor prayer complex in Tehran to view the coffins of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader killed at the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran, and his family.
Tens of thousands of Iranians have thronged a vast outdoor prayer complex in Tehran to view the coffins of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader killed at the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran, and his family.
Dressed in black and draped in the red, white and green flags of the Islamic Republic of Iran, mourners held up portraits of Khamenei and his son and successor Mojtaba
In a show of public devotion to the Islamic Republic's theocratic state and revolutionary zeal, Iran is staging a week of mass funeral processions for the supreme leader killed in February by the opening airstrikes of the war.
After a day lying in state indoors for senior Iranian leaders and foreign officials to visit, Khamenei's coffin was put on display under glass outdoors, along with those of his daughter, son-in-law, daughter-in-law and 14-month-old granddaughter.
There has still been no public sighting or image released of his son, the new leader, said to have been injured in the same attack.
Mourners filed into the vast courtyard of the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla, beating their chests, wailing and waving the banners of the Islamic Republic.
Women dressed in black chadors wore white visor…
Iranian leaders pay respects to supreme leader as Tehran prepares for funeral
Iranian leaders pay respects to supreme leader as Tehran prepares for funeral
<p>Iranian leaders began paying their respects on Friday before the coffin of the country's late supreme leader Ali Khamenei, killed in the US-Israeli strikes that triggered the Middle East war, as Tehran prepared for a vast funeral.</p><p>Khamenei's body arrived at Tehran's Grand Mosalla on Friday ahead of ceremonies which are expected to draw millions.</p><p>A coterie of foreign dignitaries is also due to attend Saturday's official ceremony, with Tehran's chief negotiator calling for a massive turnout to avenge his death.</p>
Iran begins dayslong funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Iran begins dayslong funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
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A crowd attends the start of the dayslong funeral ceremonies at the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque in Tehran, Iran, Saturday, July 4, 2026.
TEHRAN, Iran — Iran began a dayslong funeral Saturday for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, months after an airstrike killed him at the start of the war. He was 86.
Authorities unveiled the casket containing Khamenei's body in a glass case at the Grand Mosalla in Tehran, Iran's capital. Mourners wept at the sight, with some chanting: "Our word is one! Revenge! Revenge!"
Some carried banners and flags, while billboards across the city bore Khamenei's image. Crowds of men rhythmically beat their chests in mourning, a common practice at Shiite funerals.
"I am here to say goodbye to my beloved leader Ali Khamenei," said a weeping Hananeh Mousavi, 27, who attended the funeral alongside her mother. "I never expected to see such a day. I wish I had died before this tragedy."
Coffins sat on display at Grand Mosalla
An outdoor s…
Heads of the three branches of Iran's government were seen paying their respects to the slain leader.
Heads of the three branches of Iran's government were seen paying their respects to the slain leader.
Iranian military commander Mohsen Rezaee, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, Chief Justice of Iran Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, Parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian attend the farewell ceremony for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
High-profile Indian dignitaries have paid tribute to the late Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, ahead of the formal state funeral ceremonies in Tehran.
The Embassy of Iran in India, in a post on X, shared, "Indian Dignitaries Pay Tribute to the Martyred Leader of Iran, His Eminence Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei."
The image shared by the Embassy of Iran in India on X featured People's Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti and Salman Khurshid, who heads the Congress party's foreign affairs department, along with other delegates preparing to travel for the high-profile state proceedings.
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Iran reappoints a familiar face to powerful post during Khamenei funeral
The judiciary chief has emphasised the need to avenge Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and prosecute foreign 'aggressors'.
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TEHRAN, Iran – Iran prepared Friday for the dayslong funeral of the
late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
, with banners across Tehran urging the public to rise up in support of the Islamic Republic after the devastating war that killed the 86-year-old cleric.
The country’s theocracy expects to see millions flood the streets of the capital beginning today in scenes reminiscent of the burial of the late
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini in 1989
.
That could provide a boost for Iran’s government, particularly as it tries to leverage its hold on
the Strait of Hormuz
in negotiations with the United States over a permanent end to the war, and as concern still lingers that Israel could attack yet again.
Despite that, a
powerful general
who leads Iran’s paramilitary Rev…
Analysis-Khamenei funeral signals Iran's defiance and new regional order
Analysis-Khamenei funeral signals Iran's defiance and new regional order
<p>By Samia Nakhoul</p><p>BEIRUT, July 6 (Reuters) - The funeral of late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was more than a national farewell. The sea of mourners in Tehran sent a message to the United States and Israel that their attempt to break the Islamic Republic had failed. </p><p>Rather than looking weakened by the war that began with U.S. and Israeli strikes on February 28, Iran presented itself as defiant, unified and determined to shape what comes next.</p>
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>Iran has begun preparations for the funeral of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei after his body arrived at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla mosque ahead of ceremonies expected to draw millions of mourners.</p>
<p>At the same time, Washington and Tehran continue to exchange messages over the implementation of their memorandum of understanding, while tensions persist in Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz.</p>
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Crowds bid farewell to slain leader Ali Khamenei in Iran’s Qom
Crowds bid farewell to slain leader Ali Khamenei in Iran’s Qom
Funeral proceedings for the late Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei concluded in the country’s holy city of Qom on Tuesday, local media said, and will continue in neighboring Iraq.In an event that Tehran hopes to be a show of strength and unity six months after a crackdown on anti-government protests, thousands of people paid their respects to the former leader in Qom on Tuesday, after a massive procession in the capital the day before.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Crowds carried red flags and placards wishing death upon US President Donald Trump and Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu.The remains of Khamenei and four of his relatives, killed in US-Israeli strikes in late February at the start of the Middle East War, are expected to arrive in Iraq on Tuesday evening.Processions will carry the coffins through Iraq’s cities of Najaf and Karbala on Wednesday.Khamenei’s remains will be taken to the shrine of Ali ibn Abi Talib, the cousin
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Day 1 of Khamenei's Funeral: Top Leaders Break Down, Thousands Gather ...
Grief poured onto the streets of Tehran on Friday as Iran began its farewell to
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
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Thousands of mourners packed Tehran's Grand Mosalla as the country launched what officials are calling the "funeral of the century."
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Among the most striking and emotional moments of the day was the sight of four coffins placed side by side at the Grand Mosalla, each draped in Iran's tricolour flag. Alongside Khamenei's casket were the remains of four family members also killed in the February 28 airstrike, including his eldest daughter, his son-in-law, and the wife of Iran's new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.
The fourth coffin belonged to Khamenei's 14-month-old granddaughter, Zahra Mohammadi Golpayegani. Her tiny coffin, placed directly beside the former Supreme Leader's casket, drew long pause…
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Iranian authorities expect millions of mourners. India's decision reflects its longstanding view of Iran as part of its "extended neighbourhood" and the deep civilisational ties between the two nations.
India will be represented at the state funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei by Lt Gen (retd) Syed Ata Hasnain, Governor of Bihar, and Pabitra Margherita, Minister of State for External Affairs. The two senior figures will attend ceremonies beginning on 4 July on behalf of the Indian government, following an invitation from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
It is understood that PM Modi will not travel, citing a packed schedule that includes visits to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand. Khamenei, who shaped Iran for nearly four decades, was killed on 28 February in a joint US-Israeli airstrike on his Tehran compound during the early stages of the West Asian conflict.
His death plunged the region into weeks of fighting before a fragile ceasefire took hold. The elaborate farewell, postponed by the war, will see the body lie in state at Tehran's Grand Mosa…
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Khamenei’s coffin readied as Iran prepares for seven-day funeral
Representatives from more than 100 countries are expected to attend thefuneral of former Iranian Supreme LeaderAli Khamenei, which starts on Friday, according to Iranian state-linked news broadcaster IRIB.
Khamenei was killed aged 86 in a joint United States-Israeli air strike on his compound on February 28, the first day of the US-Israel war on Iran.
We take a look at some of the countries and representatives expected to attend the ceremony.
WhileKhamenei’s burialwas initially scheduled for March, it was delayed as the war on Iran dragged on.
The commemoration will begin in Tehran on Friday, and funeral ceremonies and processions will run for seven days, with religious rites planned in cities across Iran and Iraq.
Friday’s event is the one most foreign leaders will attend.
On Saturday and Sunday, public ceremonies will take place in Tehran. The coffin of Khamenei alongside several of his family members will be placed in the Grand Mosalla, one of Iran’s largest prayer complexes, for public viewing.
On Monday and Tuesday, the funeral proc…
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Funeral procession of Iran's assassinated supreme leader begins in Tehran as huge crowds expected
Funeral procession of Iran's assassinated supreme leader begins in Tehran as huge crowds expected
<p>The funeral procession for Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began in Tehran on Monday, state television reported, as authorities prepared for crowds that could rival those that turned out for his predecessor nearly four decades ago.</p>
<p>Attention remains focused on Khamenei’s successor, his son Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, who has not <a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" class="link--external" href="https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/5/sons-of-irans-leader-ali-khamenei-attend-funeral-but-mojtaba-is-absent">appeared </a>in public since taking power.</p>
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Iranian authorities say they anticipate between 15 and 20 million participants in Tehran alone over the next three days for tributes to the man who ran the country for three-and-a-half decades.
Six days of funeral ceremonies are planned to commemorate Khamenei, who ruled the Islamic republic as its number one from 1989 until his killing aged 86 on the first day of the US-Israeli war with Iran on February 28.
The events will be scrutinised in particular for any signs of Khamenei's son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei, who was named supreme leader a week after the killing of his father but is yet to appear in pu…
Iran war live: Huge crowds mourn Khamenei, Trump vows calm during funeral
Iran war live: Huge crowds mourn Khamenei, Trump vows calm during funeral
Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and members of his family were killed in a US-Israeli air strike in February.
Thousands attend Khamenei funeral processions in Najaf and Karbala
Thousands attend Khamenei funeral processions in Najaf and Karbala
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<p>Khamenei's remains have now returned to Iran, where he will be laid to rest in Mashhad on 9 July.</p>
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A tiny coffin beside Ali Khamenei's casket: The 14-year-old casualty of ...
A tiny coffin beside Ali Khamenei's casket: The 14-year-old casualty of ...
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran as the casket of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was put on public display on Saturday as the country beganweek-long funeral ceremonies.The coffins of several members of his family, who were killed in the February 28 attack were also displayed at the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla. These included the casket of the former Supreme Leader’s 14-month-old granddaughter Zahra Mohammadi Golpayegani.
The caskets was first unveiled late on Thursday before crowds of grieving supporters, who were seen weeping, beating their heads in mourning and throwing flowers towards the bier.
Thousands of mourners gathered at the prayer complex as the ceremonies began with the national anthem, religious eulogies and Quran recitations. Television footage showed Khamenei’s coffin draped in the Iranian flag and topped with his black turban. It was placed on a large black platform resembling the Kaaba, alongside four other coffins of slain family members,CNN reported.
The funeral processions across several cities will go on till July 9. The 5-day mourning will be attended by …
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba to skip father Ali Khamenei's funeral: Report
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba to skip father Ali Khamenei's funeral: Report
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, will skip his father's funeral due to Israeli threats, according to a representative. This follows a stark warning from Iran's Foreign Minister to the US, citing Israeli remarks about Mojtaba Khamenei being "marked for death." Diplomatic talks in Doha reported positive progress on a Middle East MoU, with further discussions planned post-funeral. Ali Khamenei was killed in an airstrike on February 28.
Iran says funeral for late Supreme Leader Khamenei to begin July 4, burial set for July 9
Iran says funeral for late Supreme Leader Khamenei to begin July 4, burial set for July 9
Khamenei, was killed in Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iran in February
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Iran is preparing for what could become
one of the largest public gatherings in the country's modern history
, as authorities officially announce a
three-day state funeral
for the country's late Supreme Leader,
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
— referred to in official Iranian communications as the
"Martyred Imam."
The monumental ceremonies are tentatively scheduled for
mid-June 2026
, with processions planned across multiple cities, and the final burial expected to take place at the
holy shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad
, northeastern Iran.
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Ali Khamenei: Key moments from his life
<p>Iran's former supreme leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli attacks in late February, is due to be buried on July 9 in the northeastern city of Mashhad.</p><p>During nearly 36 years as Iran's supreme leader, Khamenei oversaw some of the most significant moments in the history of the Islamic republic.</p><p>Here are key milestones in his life and leadership:</p><p>- Early life -</p><p>Khamenei was born on April 19, 1939, in the shrine city of Mashhad, where he later requested to be buried.</p>
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Why Iran is preparing thousands of extra graves as millions gather for ...
Iranian authorities are preparing for the possibility of mass casualties during thefuneral of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei,with a German report saying officials have planned for between 1,500 and 3,000 deaths due to very large crowds expected in Tehran.
Preparations surrounding the funeral have been underway for a month, the ministry said, adding that temporary hospitals have been set up near theImam Khomeini Grand Mosalla in Tehran, where the coffins of Khamenei and several members of his family are laid out.
Medical teams are on “full standby,” the ministry said, reported by Tasnim News agency. The provinces of Qom in north-central Iran and Mashad in the north-east of the country are also planning on hosting funeral ceremonies, it added.
According to Die Welt, a classified letter from the Iranian Red Crescent and the national crisis management body warned of possible deaths during the period whenKhamenei’s body lies in state.The report says officials have made contingency plans in case of a mass-casualty situation during the funeral processions.
“The prepared graves really exist. Those…
Iran prepares for dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war
Iran prepares for dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war
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Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for a multi-day funeral forIranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in February duringthe start of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.
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Crowds filled streets surrounding the procession route on Saturday, waving Iranian flags and carrying portraits of Khamenei as senior political, military, and religious leaders joined the funeral rites.
Many cried at the sight of Khamenei's coffin alongside his family members who were also killed in the airstrike. Several mourners vowed revenge on the U.S. and Israel.
State media described the gathering as one of the largest public ceremonies in recent years, with mourners paying tribute to Khamenei's decades-long leadership of the Islamic Republic.
The funeral comes after a conflict that sharply escalated tensions across the Middle East and left key military and political figures dead. Khamenei's death marked a historic turning point for Iran, where he served as supreme leader for decades and held …
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Thousands of mourners began a daylongfuneral on Saturday for Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khameneias they expressed their sorrow before the glass case containing Khamenei’s coffin in Tehran, as they called for revenge against the United States and Israel.
Iran’s state-linked broadcasterIRIBstated that representatives from more than 100 countries are expected to attend the funeral of Ali Khamenei. The former supreme leader, who was aged 86, was killed in a joint United States-Israeli strike on February 28, which was the first day of the war against Iran.
According to the Iranian Embassy in Indonesia, 30 countries have reported having sent their official delegations to attend the final funeral procession of the former supreme leader.
Negara-negara yang dilaporkan telah mengirimkan delegasi resmi untuk menghadiri upacara penghormatan terakhir Grand Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Daftar ini mengacu pada negara-negara yang diwakili oleh delegasi resmi atau perwakilan pemerintah.
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Officials from 30 countries to attend Iran Leader's funeral
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TEHRAN, Jun. 30 (MNA)–Representatives and religious figures from over 90 countries and officials from over 30 states have voiced readiness to take part in funeral ceremonies for martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, the secretary of Iran’s National Headquarters for the Farewell and Funeral of the Martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, said extensive preparations have been made for the funeral and farewell ceremonies of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei under decisions adopted by the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) and in coordination with the office and family of the late Leader.
Ali Akbar Poorjamshidian said the government of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the president established a national headquarters titled the “National Headquarters for Holding the Farewell and Funeral Ceremony of the Great Leader, Leader of the Ummah,” headed by First Vice Pr…
Mapping Iran’s Ali Khamenei funeral: Where mourners will gather each day
Mapping Iran’s Ali Khamenei funeral: Where mourners will gather each day
Funeral processions for Iran's late supreme leader will take place between July 3-9 across Iran and Iraq.
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What to Know About Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as His Funeral Services Begin in Iran
What to Know About Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as His Funeral Services Begin in Iran
A billboard of the slain supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, a day before his state funeral in Tehran, on Thursday.
Supreme leader's body arrives at Tehran religious complex for funeral
Supreme leader's body arrives at Tehran religious complex for funeral
TEHRAN - The body of Iran's supreme leader, killed in US-Israeli strikes that triggered the Middle East war, arrived at Tehran's Grand Mosalla on Friday ahead of his funeral, state media reported.
How Iran Is Mobilizing for Khamenei's Multi-City Funeral
How Iran Is Mobilizing for Khamenei's Multi-City Funeral
Tehran is preparing for its largest political spectacle in 40 years: the funeral procession of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the late Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic. Nearly every branch of government, from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to municipal authorities, has been mobilized to organize the event. Prominent establishment figures are actively urging Iranians to participate. Mohsen Rezaei, a former advisor to the late leader, stated on social media that the public is preparing for a “final farewell,” calling it “a unique opportunity to create the greatest epic in Iranian history through a million-man procession.” Rezaei claimed the immense turnout would “erase any thoughts of aggression against Iran from the minds of enemies.”
The state intends to leverage the procession as a mass display of allegiance to the ruling order. Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, remarked: “The scale of public support for Iran’s leadership will be clearly demonstrated to the world during the funeral procession in Tehran.” Official projections released by the government estimate an expected tur…
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In a crucial moment during the funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, a delegation from Saudi Arabia paid their respects. This signals a rare and symbolic gesture between two regional rivals with a long history of strained ties. The presence of Saudi representatives at such a high-profile and sensitive occasion just after the US-Israel-Iran war signals a possible shift in diplomatic dynamics in West Asia.
Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Vice-Minister Walid al-Khuraiji and a delegation paid their respects to the former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Ali Khamenei was killed on the first day of US-Israel strikes on Iran on February 28. The dead being honoured include a son-in-law, Ali Khamenei's eldest daughter, a 14-month-old granddaughter and the wife of Iran’s new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.
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"Revenge, revenge" chants echo as Khamenei funeral begins in Iran
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Thousands of mourners gathered at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla religious complex, waving red banners symbolising vengeance and chanting “death to America” and “revenge, revenge” as they awaited the arrival of the coffin.
Funeral ceremonies for Iran’s Supreme Leader
Ali Khamenei
have begun in Tehran, with state media reporting the start of six days of national mourning and mass mobilisation expected to draw up to 20 million people in the capital alone.
The state-backed event, described by authorities as both a farewell and a demonstration of strength, comes amid heavy security and nationwide organisation following Khamenei’s death at age 86.
Thousands of mourners gathered at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla religious complex, waving red banners symbolising vengeance and chanting “death to America” and “revenge, revenge” as they awaited the arrival of the coffin.
“We came because we promised the supreme leader we would stand by him to the very end,” said one mourner, 37-year-old university professor Reza. “For a long time, we shouted that we would sacrifice…
Khamenei body in cold storage as feared Basij mobilizes ahead of historic Iran funeral
Khamenei body in cold storage as feared Basij mobilizes ahead of historic Iran funeral
Tehran prepares massive security operation for Ali Khamenei's July 9 burial, mobilizing Basij militia and IRGC for expected historic turnout.
Khamenei Funeral Live Updates: Iran Displays Khamenei's Coffin In Glass ...
Khamenei Funeral Live Updates: Iran Displays Khamenei's Coffin In Glass ...
Khamenei Funeral Live Updates: Huge crowds of mourners gathered on the streets of Tehran ahead of the funeral ceremonies for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, scheduled to take place from July 4 through July 9. Foreign dignitaries have also begun arriving to pay their respects to the late leader.
What to know about funeral and burial of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei:The mourning period will see Khamenei's body carried through cities in both Iran and neighbouring Iraq. Iran's theocracy likely will encourage the public, government employees and paramilitary forces to fill the streets in his honour.Khamenei, who led Iran for nearly four decades, was killed on February 28 when the US and Israel jointly launched the war. The funeral was delayed as the war raged.The funeral will serve as a test for Iran's battered theocracy and its ability to summon a mass show of support, particularly as the funeral comes six months after security forces' crackdown on nationwide protests against Khamenei's rule.A large turnout also could raise the risk of deadly stampedes. One marred the funeral of…
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After Months Of Postponement, Iran Sets A Date For Ali Khamenei's ...
Iranian authorities are preparing to hold the funeral ceremony for the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in mid-June. This follows a series of postponements of the funeral date since his death in the opening strikes of the war late last February.
According to reports, the city of Tehran has begun preparations to organize large public ceremonies. They are also expected to announce an official three-day mourning, with funeral ceremonies expected to last for more than 24 hours.
The information indicated that additional memorial ceremonies will be held in Qom and Mashhad. The burial ceremony itself is expected to take place in Mashhad, one of the most prominent religious cities in the country.
Iranian authorities expect that between 15 and 20 million people will participate in the funeral ceremonies, in addition to delegations and figures arriving from several countries, including India, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. This is said to be one of the main reasons for the delay in setting the date for the funeral in recent days.
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Ali Khameni’s body likely in ‘cold storage’ as Iran prepares historic funeral for Supreme Leader killed in Operation Epic Fury
"There may not be much of a body to present. Khamenei was killed by a bunker-penetration strike, and others killed with him were recovered weeks later and identified by DNA."
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Months after his death at the outset of
Iran
’s war with the
United States
and
Israel
,
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei,
the nation’s supreme leader, will be honoured with a
multi-day funeral
and burial ceremony.
The extensive mourning period will see his body transported through cities in both
Iran
and neighbouring
Iraq
, in a spectacle that is likely to be promoted heavily by Iran’s theocracy to encourage public, governmental and paramilitary participation.
Khamenei, who governed Iran for nearly four decades, was killed on 28 February when the
US and Israel jointly initiated the conflict
. The ensuing war necessitated a delay in his funeral arrangements.
This delayed ceremony now serves as a critical test for Iran’s embattled theocracy, testing its capacity to mobilise widespread public support, particularly as the event unfolds six months after security forces brutally suppressed nationwide protests against Khamenei’s rule.
A significant turnout, while desired by the regime, also carries the inherent risk of deadly stampedes. Such tragedies have marred previous high-profile funerals, including that of Iran’s first su…
Who Is Attending Khamenei's Funeral? List Of World Leaders On Iran's ...
Who Is Attending Khamenei's Funeral? List Of World Leaders On Iran's ...
Iran is preparing to hold the state funeral of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei from July 4 to July 9, with ceremonies scheduled in Tehran, Qom, and Mashhad. The funeral, originally planned for March following his assassination on February 28, was postponed because of the Iran war.
Iranian authorities are expecting
millions of mourners
and delegations from dozens of countries. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said guests from around 100 countries, including heads of government, parliamentary speakers, foreign ministers, special envoys, and other political delegations, are expected to attend.
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Pakistan's Prime Minister
Shahbaz Sharif
will attend the funeral, Pakistan's Foreign Ministry confirmed. A high-level Pakistani delegation will accompany him to Tehran.
China will be represented by
He Wei
, vice chairman of the Standin…
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Delegations from 90 Countries Heading to Tehran to Participate in the ...
Delegations from 90 Countries Heading to Tehran to Participate in the Funeral of the Martyred Sayyid Ali Khamenei
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
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Ali Akbar Pour-Jamshidian, the Secretary of the National Committee for Organizing the Farewell and Funeral Ceremonies for the martyred Sayyid Ali Al-Husseini Khamenei, announced that the funeral proceedings will be held under the direction of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Sayyid Mojtaba Khamenei.
Speaking at a press conference held on Tuesday at the Ministry of Interior headquarters, Pour-Jamshidian described the upcoming funeral ceremony for the martyred leader in Iran as a
"looming historic event."
He urged the media to
"fully shoulder their responsibilities and duties to document this event as an eternal historical record for future generations and eras."
He noted that the funeral ceremonies for the martyred leader will also include members of his family, stating:
"Given the circumstances witnessed by the country and the government over the past months, which made it impossible to organize major national and globa…
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Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral draws extensive media coverage in Southeast Asia
Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral draws extensive media coverage in Southeast Asia
The historic funeral ceremonies for the martyred Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Khamenei, have received extensive media coverage across Southeast Asia.
Iran announces three-day state funeral for late Supreme Leader Khamenei
Iran announces three-day state funeral for late Supreme Leader Khamenei
Iran has announced plans to hold a three-day state funeral for its late Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes at the onset of the Middle East conflict.
Authorities said the funeral date would be announced later.
Khamenei, who led the Islamic Republic for almost 37 years, was reportedly killed at his residence in central Tehran on February 28, the first day of the war.
A state funeral originally scheduled for March 4 was postponed due to the ongoing conflict.
Speaking on Tuesday, Tehran Deputy Mayor Mohammad Amin Tavakolizadeh said arrangements were underway for a nationwide period of mourning and funeral ceremonies.
“A three-day public funeral is planned,” Tavakolizadeh said in comments carried by state television.
Although he did not provide a specific date, he indicated that the ceremonies could take place during the early days of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, which falls in mid-June.
According to him, funeral activities will be held in Tehran as well as the holy cities of Qom and Mashhad, where the late leader is expected to be laid to rest.
Tavakolizadeh di…
Khamenei's Body in Cold Storage as Basij Mobilizes for Funeral
Khamenei's Body in Cold Storage as Basij Mobilizes for Funeral
Tehran is gearing up for the July 9 burial of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, mobilizing security forces amid concerns over the preservation of his remains following a lengthy delay.
Tehran is preparing for the burial of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on July 9, more than four months after his death. Authorities are mobilizing the Basij militia and implementing a massive security operation in anticipation of what is expected to be a “historic” turnout.
The prolonged delay in Khamenei’s funeral has raised questions regarding the preservation of his remains. Analysts note that Islamic tradition typically calls for prompt burial and discourages chemical embalming. Dr. Mohammed Omar, a counterterrorism expert, stated, “The mechanism is almost certainly refrigerated cold storage, not embalming, as Islam bars chemical embalming.”
He added, “Shia law allows delayed burial and preservation by cold in exceptional cases, and a clerical exemption for a Supreme Leader is easy to get.” According to Dr. Omar, Iran’s forensic morgues often hold bodies for months, making a four-month period in cold storage not unusual.
Khamenei was killed o…
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Ghalibaf, Araghchi break down in tears during farewell to Ayatollah ...
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Tehran [Iran], July 4 (ANI): Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi broke down in tears during the farewell ceremony for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Friday, according to Fars News, as mourning ceremonies began for the late leader, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28 this year.
According to Fars News, Tehran Governor Mohammad Sadegh Motamadian said, “We will have the highest level of security and safety at the farewell and send-off ceremony for the martyred Leader.”
“Exactly at 6 a.m. tomorrow, the doors of Tehran’s Prayer Grounds will open; there will be no opening before 6.”
“People should plan to arrive at the Prayer Grounds starting from this hour.”
Fars News also reported that Baghdad will shut down for the funeral procession of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution following an announcement by Baghdad Governor Atwan Al-Atwani.
Minister of State for External Affairs (MoS) Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Syed Ata Hasnain represented India at the funeral ceremony on Friday.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s state funeral begins in Tehran as thousands gather to pay tribute
Martyr Leader's farewell, funeral ceremonies to be covered by 14,000 ...
Martyr Leader's farewell, funeral ceremonies to be covered by 14,000 ...
Martyr Leader’s farewell, funeral ceremonies to be covered by 14,000 media professionals
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TEHRAN – The farewell and funeral ceremonies for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei and his family will be extensively covered by both domestic and foreign media outlets, the spokesperson for the Farewell, Funeral, and Burial Headquarters for the Martyr leader said.
“14,000 journalists, photographers, and documentarians have registered in the media registration system to cover the ‘Mr. Martyr of Iran’ event, and final processing for the issuance of their credentials is currently underway,” Iman Attarzadeh announced.
“Furthermore, more than 900 foreign journalists will be present at the event, including 300 journalists from media outlets based abroad, 350 foreign journalists residing in Iran, and approximately 300 foreign influencers and bloggers,” Honaronline reported him as saying.
“This number of journalists, photographers, and media professionals covering a single event in the history of the Islamic Republic of Iran is an unprecedented and unique figu…
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed on February 28, 2026, at the age of 86, during a joint US-Israeli airstrike on his residence in Tehran. The attack also killed several of his family members and senior military commanders and marked the beginning of a widespread conflict in the region.
Funeral Schedule: A Six-Day, Multi-City Event
The official funeral ceremonies are scheduled to take place over six days, from July 4 to July 9, 2026.
July 4-5 (Tehran):
Farewell ceremonies will be held at the Imam Khomeini Grand Prayer Grounds (Mosalla). The public farewell will begin at 6:00 AM local time on July 4 and continue until 8:00 PM. Funeral prayers are scheduled for the morning of July 5.
July 6 (Tehran):
The main funeral procession will take place in the capital.
July 7 (Qom):
Ceremonies will be held in the holy city of Qom.
July 8 (Iraq):
Following requests from Iraqi tribes, scholars, and political figures, the procession will travel to Iraq. Ceremonies are planned in the holy cities of Najaf and Karbala.
July 9 (Mashhad):
The final funeral cerem…
Crowds gather as six-day funeral for former Iranian supreme leader begins
Crowds gather as six-day funeral for former Iranian supreme leader begins
<p>Up to 30 million people expected to attend delayed events for Ali Khamenei, killed at start of war with US and Israel</p><p>The funeral of the former Iranian supreme leader has begun as the gates of the sprawling Grand Mosalla mosque in central Tehran let in thousands of mourners early morning who had been waiting through the night to enter the grounds.</p><p>Iran is staging mass funeral processions for Ali Khamenei – whose 37-year reign was brought to an end in February by the first airstrike of the war launched by the US and Israel.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/04/crowds-gather-six-day-funeral-former-iranian-supreme-leader-ali-khamenei">Continue reading...</a>
Why Iran fears another funeral disaster as Khamenei awaits burial for 4 months
Why Iran fears another funeral disaster as Khamenei awaits burial for 4 months
Iran is meticulously planning Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral to prevent the deadly crowd surges that marred previous burials. Lessons learned from the chaotic funerals of Ayatollah Khomeini and General Qasem Soleimani are shaping extensive security measures, including potential helicopter deployment and cross-border coordination with Iraq. The aim is to ensure Khamenei's final rites are a display of state control, not a repeat of past tragedies.
Farewell ceremony for martyred Leader officially begins in Tehran
Farewell ceremony for martyred Leader officially begins in Tehran
The farewell ceremony for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, begins at Tehran's Grand Imam Khomeini Mosalla.
Millions Flood Mashhad for Historic Burial of Ayatollah Imam Sayyed ...
Millions Flood Mashhad for Historic Burial of Ayatollah Imam Sayyed ...
The holy city of Mashhad in northeastern Iran is bracing for an unprecedented outpouring of grief on Thursday as the remains of the martyred Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, are laid to rest, concluding six days of solemn funeral processions that have swept across Iran and Iraq.
Mashhad's Hasheminejad Airport is preparing to receive the body of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.pic.twitter.com/bZXZ52wQgO
The burial, scheduled for Thursday afternoon at the sacred Razavi Shrine the resting place of Imam Ali ibn Musa al-Rida (peace be upon him) follows a monumental journey of mourning that has drawn tens of millions to the streets. According to the official IRNA news agency, the late leader will be interred in his hometown, adjacent to the shrine that also houses the remains of former President Ebrahim Raisi, who perished in a 2024 helicopter crash. Mohammad Mohammadi Golpayegani, director of the Leader’s office, confirmed on state television that Ayatollah Khamenei had specifically requested this resting place in his will.
With several hours remaining before th…
Body of Iran's slain supreme leader arrives in Qom
Body of Iran's slain supreme leader arrives in Qom
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<p>State broadcaster IRIB shared footage of a helicopter hovering over Jamkaran Mosque in Qom province, saying on Telegram that it was carrying Khamenei's body.</p>
<p>The procession is expected to continue in Qom tomorrow, before events are held in Najaf and Karbala in Iraq.</p>
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High security night vigil ahead of official Khamenei funeral
High security night vigil ahead of official Khamenei funeral
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>With riot police posted and barricades springing up, the venue for Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral resembled a fortified camp Friday evening, but that did not deter crowds from gathering for a nearly 10-hour wait before it opened.</p>
<p>The supreme leader's remains will lie in state day and night until Monday within the Grand Mosalla complex, which opens to the public on Saturday at 6:00 am local time (0230 GMT).</p>
<p>Iranian authorities have planned a marathon six days of funeral ceremonies to commemorate Khamenei, who ruled…
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Foreign leaders and delegations were in Tehran on Friday to pay tribute to the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Delegations from Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Russia, alongside other regional officials, attended the ceremony to pay their respects.
Khamenei served as the leader of the Islamic Republic from 1989 until he was assassinated at the age of 86 on the first day of the US-Israeli war on Iran, which began on 28 February.
Foreign leaders and delegations were in Tehran on Friday to pay tribute to the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Delegations from Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Russia, alongside other regional officials, attended the ceremony to pay their respects
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Funeral of Iran's former supreme leader 'intensely political moment'
Funeral of Iran's former supreme leader 'intensely political moment'
Authorities expect up to 20 million people to attend ceremonies across Iran and Iraq over the coming days.
Iran’s top officials attend prayer for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran
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Iran begins dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Iran begins dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Authorities unveiled the casket containing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's body in a glass case before the weeping Mourners
Iran begins a procession through Tehran for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral
Iran begins a procession through Tehran for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral
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July 5, 2026 at 10:57 PM
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Mourners chant slogans while gathered in Islamic Revolution Square for the funeral procession of the slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei beneath a billboard depicting Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, Monday, July 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri)
A mourner wearing a shirt depicting the slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei weeps while gathered in Islamic Revolution Square for Khamenei's funeral procession in Tehran, Iran, Monday, July 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri)
Mourners hold a portrait of Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, left, and portraits of the slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei while waiting in Islamic Revolution Square for his funeral procession in Tehran, Iran, Monday, July 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri)
A mourner reacts while holding a portrait of the slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as mourners gather in Islamic Revolution Square for Khamenei's funera…
Iran says Khamenei commemoration drew delegates from 70 countries
Iran says Khamenei commemoration drew delegates from 70 countries
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<p data-end="83" data-start="0">Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said representatives from more than 70 countries attended commemorations for the country’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.</p>
<p>In a post on X, Araghchi said he was “pleased to have received representatives from more than seventy countries who c…
Iran turns Khamenei funeral into show of power
Iran turns Khamenei funeral into show of power
Iran's leadership is planning a six-day funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei starting July 4, in what officials say will be the largest gathering in Tehran's history — and a demonstration of strength at home and abroad.
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The week-long mass funeral of former Iranian Supreme Leader late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in joint US-Israel strikes on February 28, has begun in Tehran with clerics, officials, foreign dignitaries and other mourners paying their final tributes. Over a hundred days have passed since Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed, and the funeral begins, there are two questions: why the long delay, and how were his remains preserved all this time?
The dead being honoured include a son-in-law, Ali Khamenei's eldest daughter, a 14-month-old granddaughter and the wife of Iran’s new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.
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Iran begins public mourning for Ayatollah Khamenei with funeral to draw 20 million
Iran
has begun several days of public mourning for former Supreme Leader
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
, who was killed in joint
US
-Israeli
strikes
in February.
Officials told AFP that the funeral in
Tehran
could draw as many as 20 million mourners and expect the public turnout to be a “referendum” for the Islamic Republic.
The regime’s ruling clerics are preparing days of mass funeral rites for Khamenei. Funeral events will begin over the weekend in Tehran, followed by mass processions next week in Qom and Masshad and ceremonies in Iraq.
"The large public turnout at the funeral procession of the martyred leader and the other martyrs will, in effect, be another referendum for the Islamic Republic," Qom Friday prayer leader Ayatollah Mohammad Saidi declared to state media.
Iran has warned
Donald Trump
and Israel not to launch
strikes
during the state funeral.
Ali Abdollahi, commander of Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, said the “enemies of Iran” should avoid a “miscalculation” or else face harsh retaliation.
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EDITOR’S NOTE: On June 6, 1989, millions of
EDITOR’S NOTE: On June 6, 1989, millions of
Iranians
turned out in the streets to bury Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, who led the 1979 Islamic Revolution. The situation quickly got out of control.
Those in the crowd beat their chests rhythmically in the intense summer heat, the wails of women cutting through the noise. Mourners rushed the casket, causing the 86-year-old religious leader's white-wrapped body to tumble out into the crowd.
Initial reports said the chaos killed at least eight people and injured some 11,000 others. It was recognized by
Guinness World Records
as the largest percentage of a population to attend a funeral, drawing an estimated 10.2 million people — about one-sixth of Iran’s population at the time
Now, as Iran prepares to bury the late Supreme Leader
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
, The Associated Press is making its story and historic photographs of Khomeini's funeral available. The story has been edited for typographical errors, but maintains the AP style of the day.
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Huge crowds mourn Khamenei during funeral procession in Najaf
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>Thousands of people thronged the streets of Najaf and packed the courtyards of its majestic shrine as they mourned the late supreme leader during his funeral procession in Iraq.</p>
<p>Iran began six days of public funeral ceremonies for Khamenei on Saturday, including a dedicated day in neighbouring Iraq, home to the most sacred Shia shrines.</p>
<p>After a massive procession in Iran's holy city of Qom, Khamenei's body was brought Tuesday night to Iraq, where authorities declared Wednesday a public holiday.</p>
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Speaking at a cabinet meeting on Sunday, Aref said the necessary plans have been made to welcome the guests and arrange their presence at the ceremony.
He honored the memory of the martyred Leader and said the farewell and funeral ceremony is perhaps the most important event of the 21st century.
The people are the main hosts of this ceremony and are on the scene, he said, adding that governmental, public institutions, and non-governmental organizations have also come forward to contribute to the event.
Stating that there is good preparation for holding this ceremony, Aref added that special precautions and arrangements have been made so that crowding and crowd density do not lead to any incident.
“God willing, this ceremony will be held in a magnificent and peaceful atmosphere, observing the safety and security issues of the people”.
The funeral procession will be held for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran on Saturday and Sunday, July 4-5, 2026.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed on February 28, 2026, in joint precision strikes by the US and Israeli militaries. The airstrikes killed Khamenei as well as other members of his family.
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A procession passed by the coffins of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his family on Friday, according to state media.
The coffins of slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, center on top, and members of his family are displayed ahead of the dayslong funeral ceremonies at the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque in Tehran, Iran, Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)
In this photo released by Iran’s Supreme Leader’s office, Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard Gen. Ahmad Vahidi sits alongside Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei casket as it lies in a mourning hall adjacent to the Imam Khomeini Hussainiya within the Supreme Leader’s compound before his funeral in Tehran, Iran, late Thursday, July 2, 2026. (Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader via AP)
Iranian religious leaders and other mourners walk past the coffins of slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family during a viewing ceremony ahead of the dayslong funeral ceremonies at the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque in Tehran, Iran, Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid …
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WANA News
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Vahid Jalalzadeh, secretary of the International Committee for the funeral of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, said nearly 50 official delegations from around the world are expected to attend the farewell, funeral and burial ceremonies.
Jalalzadeh said that since the funeral schedule was announced, supporters of the Islamic Republic from around the world have contacted Iranian diplomatic missions to express their intention to attend.
He said attendees fall into three categories: ordinary citizens traveling at their own expense, prominent figures including academics, clerics, media personalities and members of resistance movements, and official government delegations.
He said senior officials from most of Iran’s neighboring countries are expected to attend, including the National Leader and Chairman of the People’s Council of Turkmenistan, the presidents of Tajikistan, Iraq and Georgia, and the president of Iraq’s Kurdistan Region.
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Preparations are in their final stages for the state funeral of Iran's former Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with ceremonies set to begin on Friday, more than four months after his death. The unusually long gap between his killing and burial has raised questions, making the delay itself a major talking point ahead of the week-long farewell.
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Khamenei, who led the Islamic Republic for nearly 37 years, was killed on February 28 during US-Israeli strikes on Tehran at the outset of the Middle East conflict. His funeral had initially been scheduled for March 4 but was postponed as hostilities intensified. Iranian authorities later indicated that the burial would take place in early Muharram, but that timeline also slipped.
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Corroboration
No verdict, no pronouncement. The model extracts atomic factual claims with verbatim quotes; every quote is validated against the source text and corroboration is computed by counting how many editorially-opposed blocs assert each fact. 8 fabricated/unverifiable quotes were rejected by the cite-or-die gate.
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2×broadly confirmedThe funeral is planned to last six days, with burial scheduled for 9 July 2026 in Mashhad.
mideast_indwestern
dw“Iran's leadership is planning a six-day funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei starting July 4”
middleeasteye“Iran begins six-day state funeral for Ali Khamenei”
3×broadly confirmedMillions of people gathered in Tehran for the funeral.
indiamideast_indwestern
abc_au“Millions of Iranians have gathered in Tehran as the country begins a week of funeral ceremonies for former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.”
bbc“Large crowds gather in Tehran on first day of Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral”
npr“The country's theocracy hopes to see millions flood the streets of the capital beginning Saturday”
middleeasteye“Millions are expected to attend funeral ceremonie”
hindustantimes“Iranian authorities say they expect between 15 and 20 million people to take part in the events in Tehran alone over the next three days.”
4×cross-perspective · 2Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed on 28 February 2026 in US‑Israeli airstrikes.
gulfmideast_indotherwestern
alarabiya“Khamenei was killed on the first day of Israeli and US airstrikes against Iran on February 28.”
almonitor“killed in US-Israeli strikes that triggered the Middle East war”
gdelt“Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several close relatives were killed in an airstrike after the United States and Israel launched military operations against Iran on February 28.”
guardian“Khamenei was killed along with other members of his family on February 28, the first day of the US and Israeli war against Iran.”
2×cross-perspective · 2A ceremony in Qom is scheduled for 7 July as part of the funeral arrangements.
gulfpakistan
alarabiya“The funeral arrangements will include ceremonies on July 7 in the holy city of Qom, south of Tehran, media said.”
dawn“From the seat of power in Tehran to the holy cities of Qom, Karbala, Najaf and finally Mashhad, each stop holds symbolic importance.”
1×cross-perspective · 2The funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began on 4 July 2026 in Tehran.
western
bluesky“Funeral for Iran's late supreme leader Ali Khamenei to begin on July 4 in Tehran yespunjab.com?p=265912”
dw“Iran's leadership is planning a six-day funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei starting July 4, in what officials say will be the largest gathering in Tehran's history — and a demonstration of strength at home and abroad.”
bbc“Large crowds gather in Tehran on first day of Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral”
abc_au“Millions of Iranians have gathered in Tehran as the country begins a week of funeral ceremonies for former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.”
Contested · 1 — sources conflict; shown, not resolved
⚔ different reported crowd size
A indiamideast_indwestern Millions of people gathered in Tehran for the funeral.
B other Tens of thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for the funeral.
Single-source · 4 — reported by one bloc only (uncorroborated)
Tens of thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for the funeral.
gdelt
The body of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei arrived at Tehran's Grand Mosalla ahead of the funeral.
almonitor
Mojtaba Khamenei assumed leadership after his father's death but did not attend the ceremony.
gdelt
Officials described the funeral as the largest gathering in Tehran's history.
dw
Framing · 1 — loaded language surfaced (spin shown, not adopted)
dw
“largest gathering in Tehran's history”
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