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World leaders, top officials head to Tehran for funeral of martyred Leader A high-level Pakistani delegation led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will also attend.

From Pakistan's Shezbaz Sharif to Congress' Salman Khurshid: Who all ... Following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran has announced a six-day funeral procession for the slain Supreme Leader. The funeral procession, which will commence on July 4, is expected to see foreign dignitaries from around 30 countries. Ali Khamenei, who was the Supreme Leader of Iran, was assassinated during the joint strikes by the United States and Israel on February 28. The strikes led to the start of theUS-Iran war,which remains ongoing. From Pakistan, which is the mediating country between the US and Iran, to various political leaders in India, many foreign leaders are expected to fly out to Iran for the funeral procession. While countries are yet to announce representatives, Pakistan has confirmed that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will be attending the funeral procession in the neighbouring country. Meanwhile, from India, the Ministry of External Affairs has stated that Governor of Bihar, Syed Ata ​Hasnain, and deputy foreign ministerPabitra ⁠Margherita, will be visiting Iran. "The high-level representation in the ceremony underscores the importance of civilizational ties, including ​peop…

From Pakistan's Shezbaz Sharif to Congress' Salman Khurshid: Who all are attending Ali Khamenei's funeral in Iran? Ali Khamenei, who was the Supreme Leader of Iran, was assassinated during the joint strikes by the United States and Israel on February 28.

PM Shehbaz departs for Iran to attend assassinated supreme leader Khamenei's funeral <p>Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has departed for Iran to attend the funeral of supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/1976870">assassinated</a> in a US-Israeli strike on February 28, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said on Friday.</p> <p>In a post on social media platform X, the PMO said the premier was accompanied by National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, PPP Secretary General Nayyer Bukhari, and Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah.</p> <figure class='media w-full w-full media-- media--embed media--uneven media--tweet' data-original-src='https://x.com/PakPMO/status/2072948016084930718'> <div class='media__item media__item--twitter '><span> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"> <a href="https://twitter.com/PakPMO/status/2072948016084930718"></a> </blockquote> </span></div> </figure> <p>“The prime minister will express heartfelt condolences to the Iranian leadership and the…

Pakistani delegation to attend funeral of Iranian supreme leader Ali ... A Pakistani delegation will attend the funeral of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in the US-Israeli strikes in February, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Friday. Addressing the National Assembly, Sharif said that he held a telephone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday evening. During the call, Sharif said, the Iranian president repeatedly expressed his gratitude for standing by them in difficult times. Sharif said the Iranian president asked him to attend the funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei on July 3-4. "I said, Pakistan's delegation will be present there, so we can tell the world how much respect we have for him in our hearts," Sharif told the lawmakers. He also boasted of Pakistan's role in the peace agreement signed between the US and Iran. "From Japan to Saudi Arabia, from Kuala Lumpur to Casablanca and from Mexico to India, if any country's name is reverberating with respect and honour, it is Pakistan," he said. He praised Army chief Asim Munir for his "most significant role" in the signing of the peace deal between the US and Iran. …

Pakistan delegation to attend Khamenei funeral: Shehbaz Sharif Must Read Pakistan PM Shehbaz accepts Iranian president’s invitation to attend Khamenei’s funeral By Hamid Ur Rehman - Jun 19, 2026 Add ARY News on Google A A Resize ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that Pakistan’s delegation will attend the funeral of Iran’s late supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, scheduled to be held on July 3 and 4. Addressing the National Assembly , PM Shehbaz said he received a telephone call from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday evening, during which the Iranian leader thanked Pakistan and its people for their support during a difficult period. Shehbaz Sharif said he invited President Pezeshkian to visit Pakistan, and the Iranian president accepted the invitation. “I told President Pezeshkian that the people of Pakistan would warmly welcome him whenever he visits the country,” the prime minister said. He added that President Pezeshkian also invited him to participate in the funeral prayers of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei . “I assured him that we would attend the funeral. A Pakistani delegation will participate to demonstrate the deep respect and brotherly ties…

Mehbooba, five JK Shia leaders invited to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei ... Mehbooba Mufti Share Tweet Share Share Email Comments Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti is among several leaders from the Union Territory who have been invited by Iran to attend the funeral ceremonies of late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. A report by The Hindu quoting PDP sources said Mufti has received a formal invitation and is expected to travel to the Iranian capital to pay her respects and convey condolences to the people and leadership of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The invite has also been extended to National Conference MP and Shia cleric Aga Syed Ruhullah, Jammu and Kashmir People’s Conference leader and Shia cleric Imran Ansari, Aga Syed Mohammad Hadi, Masroor Abbas Ansari and Aga Syed Hassan Mosavi Al Safavi. An invitation issued by the International Relations Department of the Office of the Supreme Leader said the state funeral would be held in Tehran in accordance with the country’s official mourning period and state protocols. The letter said the invitation reflected the longstanding historical and strate…

Pak Delegation To Attend Funeral Of Ali Khamenei: PM Sharif Sharif said the Iranian president asked him to attend the funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei on July 3-4 A Pakistani delegation will attend the funeral of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in the US-Israeli strikes in February, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Friday. Addressing the National Assembly, Sharif said that he held a telephone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday evening. During the call, Sharif said, the Iranian president repeatedly expressed his gratitude for standing by them in difficult times. Sharif said the Iranian president asked him to attend the funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei on July 3-4. “I said, Pakistan’s delegation will be present there, so we can tell the world how much respect we have for him in our hearts,” Sharif told the lawmakers. He also boasted of Pakistan's role in the peace agreement signed between the US and Iran. “From Japan to Saudi Arabia, from Kuala Lumpur to Casablanca and from Mexico to India, if any country’s name is reverberating with respect and honour, it is Pakistan,” he said. He praised Army chief Asim Munir fo…

PM Shehbaz to visit Iran, Turkiye from July 3-5, FO confirms <p>Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit Iran and Turkiye from July 3 to July 5, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi confirmed on Thursday.</p> <p>Addressing a weekly briefing, Andrabi said Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, cabinet members and senior officials will accompany the premier on his visit.</p> <p>The FO spokesperson said PM Shehbaz will travel to Iran first to participate in the funeral of late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in US-Israeli strikes on February 28.</p> <p>“The prime minister will convey condolences on behalf of the people and government of Pakistan to the Iranian leadership and the bereaved families while reaffirming solidarity with the brotherly nation in their hour of profound grief.”</p> <figure class='media w-full w-full media-- media--embed ' data-original-src='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWxeSV8tOOU'> <div class='media__item media__item--youtube '><iframe src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZWxeSV8tOOU?enablejsapi=1&controls=1&modestbranding=1&rel=0' loading='lazy' allowfullscreen='' frameborder='0' scrolling='no' width='10…

Pak delegation to attend funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: PM Shehbaz ... A Pakistani delegation will attend the funeral of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in the US-Israeli strikes in February, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Friday. Addressing the National Assembly, Sharif said that he held a telephone call with Iranian PresidentMasoud Pezeshkianon Thursday evening. During the call, Sharif said, the Iranian president repeatedly expressed his gratitude for standing by them in difficult times. Sharif said the Iranian president asked him to attend the funeral ofAyatollah Khameneion July 3-4. "I said, Pakistan's delegation will be present there, so we can tell the world how much respect we have for him in our hearts," Sharif told the lawmakers. He also boasted of Pakistan's role in thepeaceagreement signed between the US and Iran. "From Japan to Saudi Arabia, from Kuala Lumpur to Casablanca and from Mexico to India, if any country's name is reverberating with respect and honour, it is Pakistan," he said. He praised Army chief Asim Munir for his "most significant role" in the signing of thepeace dealbetween the US and Iran. He als…

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PM Sharif: Pakistani delegation to attend funeral of martyred Iranian leader Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that a delegation from his country will attend the funeral of martyred Iranian leader Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei.

Pakistan to Send Delegation for Ayatollah Khamenei's Funeral, Says PM ... Pakistan will send an official delegation to attend the funeral of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Friday, underscoring Islamabad's close ties with Tehran following the cleric's assassination in US-Israeli strikes earlier this year. Speaking in the National Assembly, Sharif revealed that he held a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday evening. According to the prime minister, the Iranian leader repeatedly thanked Pakistan for its support during challenging times and extended an invitation to attend Khamenei's funeral ceremony scheduled for July 3-4. Sharif told lawmakers that while he may not attend personally, Pakistan would be represented at the highest level. Breaking It Down What is the significance of Khamenei's burial site? How is Iran managing security for Khamenei's funeral? What role does Mojtaba Khamenei play after his father's death? Created with AI. Errors are possible "I assured President Pezeshkian that Pakistan's delegation will be present at the funeral to demonstrate the deep respect and admiratio…

Pakistan pays tribute to Iran’s martyred Leader Ayatollah Khamenei ahead of funeral ceremonies As Iran prepares to honor Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, Pakistani leaders and religious scholars have paid tribute to his legacy.

Pakistan to send delegation to Khamenei funeral - The Siasat Daily Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei. Islamabad : A Pakistani delegation will attend the funeral of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in the US-Israeli strikes in February, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Friday, June 19. Addressing the National Assembly, Sharif said that he held a telephone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday evening. During the call, Sharif said, the Iranian president repeatedly expressed his gratitude for standing by them in difficult times. Sharif said the Iranian president asked him to attend the funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei on July 3-4. “I said, Pakistan’s delegation will be present there, so we can tell the world how much respect we have for him in our hearts,” Sharif told the lawmakers. He also boasted of Pakistan’s role in the peace agreement signed between the US and Iran. “From Japan to Saudi Arabia, from Kuala Lumpur to Casablanca and from Mexico to India, if any country’s name is reverberating with respect and honour, it is Pakistan,” he said. He praised Army chief Asim Munir for his “most significant role” in the signing of…

Pakistani delegation to attend martyred Leader's funeral https://en.mehrnews.com/news/245445/ Jun 19, 2026, 2:42 PM News ID 245445 Politics Politics Jun 19, 2026, 2:42 PM Pakistani delegation to attend martyred Leader's funeral TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a Pakistani delegation will take part in the funeral ceremony of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. Speaking at the open session of the National Assembly in Islamabad on Friday, Sharif announced that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has invited him to attend the funeral ceremony of the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. “Iran is not only a friendly country but our brotherly nation and neighbor. Undoubtedly, a Pakistani delegation will attend the funeral ceremony of the martyred leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution between July 3 and 4," he said. Public farewell ceremonies will be held for the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution on July 4-5 at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla. A funeral procession is also scheduled in Tehran on July 6, followed by a second procession on July 7 in the holy city of…

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Reaffirms Support for Iran 03 July, 202617:33 Addressing the funeral ceremony for martyr Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei here in Tehran on Friday, Sharif expressed solidarity with Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, the government, and the nation of Iran. Read More:Pakistan’s Religious Leaders Join Funeral Ceremony in Tehran The martyred Ayatollah Khamenei wisely, insightfully, and with foresight led the Iranian nation for decades, and his services are a valuable asset for the Islamic world, he added. Sharif was accompanied by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff, Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Syed Mohsin Naqvi, Minister of Interior, Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani, Chairman of the Senate, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, Speaker of the National Assembly), and Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party. On the sidelines of this visit, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan, also met with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Bihar governor, MoS External Affairs to represent India at Khamenei ... Bihar governor Syed Ata Hasnain and Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margerita will be representing India at the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Iran next month, The Indian Express has learnt. They will be accompanied by officials from the Ministry of External Affairs. Last month, Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian hadsent a formal invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modito attend the funeral ceremonies, to be held between July 4 and 9. However, as per those in the know, it may be a scheduling issue considering the Prime Minister already has a big multi-nation visit planned around the same dates. Khamenei was killed in aUS-Israeli air strike on TehranThe formal invitation, on behalf of Pezeshkian, was sent to the Ministry of External Affairs last Tuesday by the Iranian Embassy in NewDelhi. Khamenei’s funeral proceedingswill begin in Tehran on July 4, and he will be laid to rest in his home town of Mashhad on July 9. The burial was initially scheduled for March but postponed in view of the conflict raging then. In 2024, after Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minis…

Pakistan stands with Iran in this time of grief, says PM after ... Updated on 04 Jul 26, 12:38:00 PKT Summary PM praised the late leader's steadfastness, courage, patience and vision, saying he had served Iran with sincerity and unwavering commitment TEHRAN (Dunya News) - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during his visit to Tehran, saying Muslims around the world would remember him as a great scholar and leader. Speaking to Iranian media, the prime minister praised the late leader's steadfastness, courage, patience and vision, saying he had served Iran with sincerity and unwavering commitment. "Not only the people of Iran, but millions of Muslims across the world will remember him as a great leader," Shehbaz said, adding that the Pakistani delegation had travelled to Iran to convey its heartfelt condolences and solidarity following his death. The prime minister also expressed sympathy with the families of those who lost their lives, saying many Iranian citizens had also been killed as a result of "brutal aggression." Shehbaz reaffirmed the close ties between Pakistan and Iran, describing the two countries as brotherl…

Iran President Pezeshkian invites PM Modi to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's ... NEW DELHI: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has invited PM Narendra Modi to attend the state funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with ceremonies set to be held across multiple cities between July 4 and July 9. However, New Delhi is yet to decide the level of representation it will send for the event, sources said. The formal invitation was conveyed to the External Affairs Ministry on Tuesday through the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi, diplomatic sources said. Khamenei’s funeral ceremonies will begin in Tehran on July 4, followed by observances in the holy city of Qom on July 7, before concluding with his burial in his hometown of Mashhad on July 9. Khamenei, 86, was killed in a joint US-Israeli airstrike in February amid the conflict between Iran, the US and Israel. His burial had initially been planned for March but was postponed as military operations continued and regional tensions remained high. The rescheduled funeral is expected to draw leaders from many parts of the world. PM Modi is among several global leaders who have been invited by President Pezeshkian. Other invitees include le…

Pakistan delegation to attend funeral of Ali Khamenei: Shehbaz Sharif Addressing the National Assembly, Shehbaz Sharif said that he held a telephone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday (June 18) evening.

Pak delegation to attend funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: PM Shehbaz Sharif Addressing the National Assembly, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif said that he held a telephone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday evening.

Pakistan says PM Sharif, a key US-Iran mediator, will attend Khamenei funeral ceremony <p>Russia, China, India also confirm sending senior officials; Iran claims dignitaries from about 100 countries coming, reportedly including the presidents of Tajikistan and Georgia</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.timesofisrael.com/pakistan-says-pm-sharif-a-key-us-iran-mediator-will-attend-khamenei-funeral-ceremony/">Pakistan says PM Sharif, a key US-Iran mediator, will attend Khamenei funeral ceremony</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.timesofisrael.com">The Times of Israel</a>.</p> <figure><img src="https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2026/07/AFP__20260621__B7T367A__v1__HighRes__SwitzerlandUsIranDiplomacyWar-1-e1783005225720-1024x640.jpg" title="Pakistan says PM Sharif, a key US-Iran mediator, will attend Khamenei funeral ceremony" border="0" width="160" height="100" class="type:primaryImage"></figure>

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti, five Shia clerics in J&K get Iran’s invite to Ali Khamenei’s funeral The PDP chief is likely to visit Tehran “to pay her respects and offer condolences” to the people and the leadership of the Islamic Republic of Iran, party sources said

Pakistan Stands with Iran in Its Time of Grief, Says PM Shehbaz After ... Home Global Global Pakistan Pakistan Stands with Iran in Its Time of Grief, Says PM Shehbaz After Attending Khamenei Funeral July 4, 2026 | Dawood Umar Share Facebook X Pinterest WhatsApp Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan stands in solidarity with Iran during its period of mourning after attending the funeral ceremony of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a message posted on X following his visit, the prime minister said he had conveyed the condolences of the government and people of Pakistan to Iran’s leadership and citizens. “I paid my respects and conveyed the deepest condolences on behalf of the government and people of Pakistan to the government and brotherly people of Iran at the funeral ceremony of the late Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Shaheed Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei,” he wrote. Paid my respects and conveyed deepest condolences on behalf of the Government and people of Pakistan, to the Government and brotherly people of Iran at the funeral ceremony of the late Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Shaheed Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei. …