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US-Iran Conflict Live: Khamenei's body reaches Qom as Iran's week-long ... Emergency medical teams provided treatment to nearly 50,000 people during the funeral procession of Iran's former supreme leader in Tehran, according to official figures released by the country's emergency services. The state-linked ISNA news agency reported that 48,804 individuals received medical assistance during the large-scale gathering. Among the cases handled were three successful cardiac resuscitations, while around 18,000 people were treated for minor, non-life-threatening health issues. Authorities said no fatalities or major security incidents were recorded during the event, despite the massive crowds that attended the funeral procession. The secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council issued a sharp warning to US President Donald Trump, saying Tehran expects Washington to show respect toward the Iranian people or face a stronger response. "Speak to the people of Iran with respect, or we will respond in another language," the official said in response to Trump, according toReuters. Israel's parliament has advanced a bill to establish an independent commission of inquiry into the se…

Iran's hard-line supreme leader is dead after major military strikes ... Add NBC News to Google Trump says Iran's supreme leader was killed in attack by U.S. and Israel 03:29 Get more news Live on Share Add NBC News to Google Feb. 28, 2026, 7:03 PM EST / Updated Feb. 28, 2026, 9:21 PM EST By Corky Siemaszko and Daniel Arkin President Donald Trump announced that Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed Saturday after the U.S. and Israel launched a predawn assault on the country he had ruled with an iron grip for 36 years. State TV later confirmed his death. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. “This is not only Justice for the people of Iran, but for all Great Americans, and those people from many Countries throughout the World, that have been killed or mutilated by Khamenei and his gang of bloodthirsty THUGS,” Trump posted on Truth Social. Trump told NBC News in an earlier interview that “most” of Iran’s senior leadership is “gone.” Khamenei was killed amid a major military combat campaign dubbed “Operation Epic Fury,” following months of heated rhetoric and repeated warnings from Trump about milit…

Iran's new supreme leader vows to avenge blood of its martyrs as ... - WBUR Support WBUR A mourner holds a poster depicting Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, right, the successor to his late father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, left, as supreme leader, during the funeral procession for senior Iranian military officials and civilians killed during the U.S.-Israel campaign in Tehran, Iran, Wednesday, March 11, 2026. (Vahid Salemi/AP) Iran's new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, said in televised remarks Thursday that the Strait of Hormuz — the shipping route for a fifth of the world’s oil supply — should remain closed. He also said that Iran will avenge the blood of its martyrs, including the 165 people, most of them children, killed in the Minab school attack. Here & Now 's Peter O'Dowd checks in with CNN's Nic Robertson , international diplomatic editor on the ground in Kuwait, about the latest developments in the region. This segment aired on March 12, 2026. Here & Now: Editors' Picks

Iranian State TV Anchor Breaks Down in Tears, Vows 'Revenge Is Coming ... Happenning Now Politics US Video World Share Facebook WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email TEHRAN, IRAN (VINnews) – An emotional anchor on Iranian state television broke down in tears and vowed revenge against U.S. President Donald Trump during a live broadcast announcing the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who Iranian media said was killed in joint U.S.-Israeli airstrikes. Join our WhatsApp group Subscribe to our Daily Roundup Email The anchor, identified in reports as Maryam Azarchehr of Press TV, struggled to maintain composure as she delivered the news on Saturday. Fighting back tears, she paid tribute to Khamenei, comparing him to historical Islamic figures, before turning her anger toward Trump. https://vinnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/VID-20260228-WA0658.mp4 “This is not over,” she said, her voice shaking. “Trump is going to pay a price — a price paid by no American president at any time, paid by no Zionist, paid by no criminal of all time.” She repeated the warning emphatically: “Revenge is coming. Revenge is coming soon. It is coming after Trump and after everybody who facilitated t…

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Camera Icon Iranian authorities have buried supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at a shrine in Mashhad. (EPA PHOTO) Credit: AAP Iran says it hit US army targets, lays Khamenei to rest Staff Writers Reuters 10 July 2026, 3:37am Copy link Share story Iranian armed forces have launched attacks on US military infrastructure in Gulf states following US strikes on Iran's southern coastal and eastern provinces, putting further strain on a three-week-old ceasefire agreement. The attacks came on the day that Iran buried its slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at a shrine in Mashhad, the culmination of a week of mass funeral processions and rallies. Khamenei was killed in a US air strike on the first day of the war on February 28. Khamenei's body was carried by truck slowly through crammed streets towards the Shrine of Imam Reza. Black-clad mourners waved Iranian flags, photographs of the late leader and red placards with revolutionary slogans. Iran's Revolutionary Guards Navy said the US attacks and intervention in redirecting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz were disrupting the waterway's gradual reopening. The Guards said the number of vessels transiting the strait under Ir…

Morning update <article data-history-node-id="443633" about="https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/morning-update-577" class="live-blog-update default clearfix"> <h2> <a href="https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/morning-update-577" rel="bookmark"> <span class="field field-title">Morning update</span> </a> </h2> <div class="content"> <div class="field field-field-text"><p>Millions of mourners gathered in Tehran for funeral prayers for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei as ceremonies entered their second day.</p> <p>US President Donald Trump indicated negotiations with Tehran would resume after the funeral period, while regional leaders continued urging implementation of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding and an end to ongoing violence in Lebanon and Gaza.</p> <p>Here are the latest updates:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li> <p>Funeral prayers were held for Ali Khamenei, members of his family and other victims of the February strike during a mass gathering in Tehran.</p> </li> <li> <p>Iranian state media reported that Khamenei’s coffin and those of slain family members were moved to…

Key Iranian Leaders Killed in US-Israeli War: From Khamenei to ... Top commanders, ministers and clerics killed as war reshapes Tehran’s power structure Paris: Over the course of the US-Israeli war on Iran, waves of airstrikes killed an entire echelon of the Islamic republic's political and military elite, starting with supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. President Donald Trump had claimed in March that the campaign had achieved "regime change", but Iran showed resilience in rapidly replacing killed leaders and keeping up the war against the US and Israel. With Washington and Tehran agreeing on a deal announced Monday to halt the conflict, here is a recap of the some of the key figures killed in the war: Khamenei, Iran's number one since 1989, was killed in the first hour of the war on February 28 in a strike on a meeting of senior officials in Tehran that also left his daughter-in-law, daughter and at least one grandchild dead, according to reports. His low-profile son Mojtaba survived - although reportedly with injuries - and took over as supreme leader. He has yet to make a public appearance. Ali Khamenei has yet to be buried, with state media reporting on Saturday tha…

🚨 Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei Reportedly Killed Iranian state media reports that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has been killed. Read the latest developments and what this could mean for the region. www.ukbreakingnews24x7.com/world/irans-... #Iran #MiddleEast #BreakingNews #WorldNews

Iran's supreme leader, in first remarks, vows to avenge martyrs, keep ... Reuters 12 March, 2026, 08:05 pm Last modified: 12 March, 2026, 08:10 pm Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei/ TBS Collage Iran will avenge the blood of its martyrs, keep the Strait of Hormuz closed and attack US bases, ‌new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said on Thursday in a statement read out on state television, his first remarks since succeeding his slain father. In the defiant address, Khamenei said the United States must close all its bases in the region. The strait, which runs past Iran's coast and supplies a fifth of the world's oil, should ​remain shut to put pressure on the enemy, he said. Two tankers were ablaze in an Iraqi port on Thursday after a hit ​by suspected Iranian explosive-laden boats, a step-up in attacks that have cut off oil from the Middle East and ⁠defied US President Donald Trump's claim to have won the war he launched two weeks ago. Keep updated, follow The Business Standard's Google news channel Images verified by Reuters as having been filmed from ​the shore of the port of Basra showed ships engulfed in massive orange fireballs that lit up the night sky, after the attacks, which ​…

Iran warns US and Israel against attacks during Khamenei&#8217;s ... Iran warns US and Israel against attacks during Khamenei’s funeral as crypto markets brace for volatility The state funeral of Iran's assassinated supreme leader creates a geopolitical flashpoint that has already reshaped crypto trading patterns across the Middle East Share Add us on Google by Editorial Team Jul. 2, 2026 An Iranian military commander issued a direct warning to the United States and Israel on Thursday, cautioning both nations against any strikes on Iran during the state funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The funeral, stretching from July 4 to July 9 across multiple cities in Iran and Iraq, represents one of the most sensitive geopolitical windows since the airstrikes that killed him on February 28. For crypto markets, the timing couldn’t be more charged. Bitcoin dropped to roughly $63,000 in the immediate aftermath of the US-Israeli strikes that killed Khamenei, then rebounded above $68,000 once his death was officially confirmed on March 1. That kind of whiplash, roughly an 8% swing in a matter of days, is the type of move that turns geopolitical risk into a trading thesis. Adverti…

U.S. Strikes Iran and Reimposes Sanctions After Tanker Attacks Negotiations between Iran and the United States have been paused until after multiday funeral ceremonies in Tehran for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader who was killed on the first day of the war.

Neither the War Nor Trump’s Deal Terminated the Main Threats in Iran, Analysts Say A painting of Iran’s first two supreme leaders in Tehran this month. The second, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed at the start of the U.S.-Israeli campaign against Iran this year.

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Decapitation strike on Khamenei: The full story of the US-Israeli ... © Copyright 2026 The Week Online. All rights reserved. The operation, a result of deep intelligence cooperation, has decapitated the country's leadership and plunged the Islamic Republic into a period of profound uncertainty Ajish P Joy Updated- March 01, 2026 03:51 PM IST 4 minuteRead Link Copied Shortly before the United States and Israel launched their coordinated assault on Iran, the CIA identified its most consequential target: Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The agency has been tracking Khamenei’s movements with growing precision for months, following his routines and security patterns. According to the New York Times, it reached a turning point after finding out that a high-level meeting of Iran’s political and military leadership, chaired by Khamenei himself, would take place on the morning of February 28 at a secure compound in central Tehran. It forced the US and Israel to adjust the timing of an operation that had originally been planned as a nighttime strike. The new information offered a narrow window to take out Iran’s leadership in a single blow. The compound housed the offices of …

Live - Khamenei funeral processions begin in absence of world leaders ... This liveblog is no longer being updated; for our new liveblog, visithere. A senior White House official said President Donald Trump will deliver an “inspiring and optimistic” address at Mt Rushmore on Saturday night, according to Fox News. "The speech will also serve as a fierce rebuke to Communism and defend the ideas that make America the greatest country in the history of the world," the report said. The gates of Tehran's Imam Khomeini Mosalla opened before dawn on Saturday, allowing the public to enter hours ahead of the funeral for Iran's Supreme Leader, according to IRGC affiliated Tasnim News. Iranian lawmaker Morteza Mahmoudi said on Friday a “suspicious” campaign emerged on social media since Thursday to discourage people from attending the funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader by warning of large crowds. "Since yesterday in cyberspace, a suspicious narrative emerged to prevent people from attending the funeral ceremony of Leader under the pretext of crowd congestion, which has quickly spread!" he posted on X. "But the passionate and prudent presence of people from across the country at this histo…

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 leader By: Nasser Karimi And Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press Posted: 10:48 PM CDT Saturday, Jul. 4, 2026 Last Modified: 10:59 PM CDT Saturday, Jul. 4, 2026 Advertisement Advertise with us Tweet Share Print Email Read Later TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — A performer at the funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei called for the death of U.S. President Donald Trump before a crowd of hundreds of thousands of people Sunday in the capital, Tehran. Read this article for free: or Already have an account? Log in here » To continue reading, please subscribe: Digital Subscription One year of digital access for only $1.44 a week * Enjoy unlimited reading on winnipegfreepress.com Read the E-Edition, our digital replica newspaper Access News Break, our award-winning app Play interactive puzzles *Billed as $5.77 plus GST every four weeks. After 52 weeks, price increases to the regular rate of $19.95 plus GST every four weeks. Offer available to new and qualified returning subscribers only. Cancel any time. To continue reading, please subscrib…

'You Broke A Perfume Bottle...': Iran Hits Back At Trump's 'One Shot ... Iran issued a strong response to United States President Donald Trump's "one shot" remark as emotions ran high in the country during the funeral of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The Iranian Embassy in Armenia posted a pointed message on X (formerly Twitter), saying: "People can be killed, but ideals cannot. You killed Ayatollah Khamenei, but in reality, you broke a perfume bottle whose scent spread everyplace." "You don't understand these things because you have neither civilization, nor history, nor honor," the post added. The response came after Trump told Axios that he had been closely following Khamenei’s funeral proceedings. Breaking It Down What were the reactions at Khamenei's funeral? How did Trump view Iran's response to Khamenei's death? What threats did Iran make during the funeral? Created with AI. In a remark that quickly drew attention, Trump said, "They are all there. One shot [and we can take them all out], but we are not going to do that because then we would have nobody to negotiate with." He said neither side would launch attacks during the funeral period. Trump said that he w…

Iran's intelligence minister killed by Israel; U.S. unleashes bunker ... EVENT ENDED Last updated March 19, 2026, 2:34 AM EDT Iran’s intelligence minister killed by Israel; U.S. unleashes bunker busters Esmail Khatib was killed in a strike in Tehran, a day after Israel killed top national security official Ali Larijani and former Basij militia chief Gen. Gholam Reza Soleimani. Iran hits Israel in retaliation for the killing of top security chief 02:32 Save Add NBC News to Google Updated March 19, 2026, 2:34 AM EDT By NBC News Coverage on this live blog has ended. Follow live updates here. What we know TOP IRANIAN OFFICIAL KILLED: Iran confirmed that Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib was killed by Israel last night, a day after top national security official Ali Larijani and former Basij militia chief Gen. Gholam Reza Soleimani were killed. DIGNIFIED TRANSFER: President Donald Trump is set to pay his respects this afternoon as the remains of six service members killed in a crash of a refueling aircraft are returned to the U.S. U.S. UNLEASHES BUNKER BUSTERS: U.S. forces “successfully employed multiple 5,000-pound deep penetrator munitions on hardened Iranian missile sites” along …

Iran-US war latest: Khamenei's funeral procession begins in Tehran as ... Millions of mourners gather as Khamenei’s funeral procession begins in Tehran Hundreds of thousands of mourners began a procession this morning through the Iranian capital of Tehran for the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei . His flag-draped coffin, and those of his family killed on 28 February in an airstrike at the start of the war launched by Israel and the US , will be carried on board a truck. Iranian authorities have shut down streets, airspace and daily life for the mourning, which began Saturday and will end Thursday after the slain leader is buried at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad, his birthplace. The new supreme leader of Iran did not attend the funeral of his father, although three of his other sons prayed beside his coffin and those of four other family members on Sunday. There have been threats from mourners to avenge Khamenei's death. Iranian mourners were seen carrying signs calling for the killing of both US president Donald Trump and Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The US federal agencies have been tracking Iranian threats against Trump and other administration off…

RFE03 Jul 2026, 11:00 GMT+10 New posts 07:39 The coffins of Iran's slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei and his family members lie in the Grand Mosalla in Tehran on July 3. Iranian authorities have begun special funeral and burial ceremonies for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, more than four months after he was killed alongside several associates and family members during the first day of the US-Israeli war with Iran. According to Iranian domestic news agencies, Khamenei's body was transferred to Tehran's Grand Mosalla, the capital's main prayer complex, on the morning of July 3. The reports said that foreign delegations are expected to "pay their respects to the former leader of the Islamic republic" later in the day. Iranian authorities have planned a weeklong program comprising a "farewell, funeral procession, and burial" for Khamenei and say they hope "millions of people" will take part in the ceremonies. Khamenei ruled Iran for more than three decades, a period marked for many Iranians by repression, intimidation, arrests, and severe political and social restrictions. After his death in US-Israeli air strikes on February 28 was announced, some Iranians publicly expre…

Iran sends defiant message to Trump with colossal funeral for ... - CNN The Middle East See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Threads Link Copied! Follow Four months after he was killed at the outset of the US-Israeli war on Iran, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is being memorialized in a weeklong funeral spectacle stretching across five cities in two countries, with millions of mourners expected to attend. Despite a costly war against two of the world’s strongest militaries and decades of crushing economic hardship, Tehran is sparing no expense to send off Khamenei in a grand ceremony shrouded in religious symbolism that overlaps with the 250th US Independence Day celebrations. Authorities say they’ve launched one of the largest logistical efforts in the Islamic Republic’s history, mobilizing government employees, universities, labor unions, firefighters, soldiers, aid workers and even religious “mourning groups” to organize the funeral and manage the millions of “pilgrims” expected to travel to cities and holy sites across Iran and Iraq to bid the ayatollah farewell. Authorities in neighboring Iraq, where Shiite Muslims are a majority, say millions of mourners are expected to pay…

"Pure Blood Will Rise": Iran Vows Revenge as President Pezeshkian ... Amid escalating counterstrikes between the United States-Israel and Iran, the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has emerged as the biggest shock for Tehran. Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian has declared Khamenei a martyr and vowed revenge for his killing in the military offensive by the United States and Israel,NBC Newsreported. US-Israel Attacks Iran Live News Updates The martyrdom declaration means the previously announced 40 days of nationwide mourning can now formally begin. Pezeshkian said Khamenei “led the Islamic Revolution with wisdom and courage, carried the flag of the Islamic front, and with his strong faith created a new chapter in Islamic governance.” He added that those involved in planning the attack would regret their participation. He further said the killing would create “a new chapter in the history of the Islamic and Shia world,” adding that the “pure blood of this respected leader will rise like a flowing spring and will root out American-Zionist oppression and crime.” Pezeshkian further warned that, with the full backing of the Islamic nation and supporters worl…

Top Shia cleric Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi declares jihad against US and ... News Desk Last Updated: 01 March 2026, 06:06 PM IST Share The 99-year-old Grand Ayatollah urges Muslims worldwide to avenge the Supreme Leader after US–Israeli strikes. Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi | Photo: X A prominent Iranian Shia cleric has issued a sweeping religious order calling on Muslims worldwide to wage jihad against the United States and Israel, following the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint military strike. Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi, one of Iran’s most senior clerics at 99, declared that avenging the death of the Supreme Leader was now a universal obligation for Muslims, according to state-affiliated outlets. The announcement came amid intense regional upheaval and public mourning across Iran, where crowds have taken to the streets following the attack that killed the Islamic Republic’s top authority. Top clerics issue religious orders for retaliation State media reported that Makarem Shirazi described retribution for Khamenei’s death as a “religious duty”, urging Muslims to “eradicate the evil of these criminals from the world.” Another senior figure, Ayatolla…

Performer calls for President Trump's death at funeral for Iran's late ... Performer calls for President Trump's death at funeral for Iran's late supreme leader Performer calls for President Trump's death at funeral for Iran's late supreme leader naming *** new Supreme Leader certainly injects more uncertainty into what will happen next and how long this conflict will continue. Khamenei, Iran's next leader, who was the son of the Ayatollah killed, is believed to hold views even more extreme than his late father. He'll be in charge of Iran's armed forces and decisions regarding Tehran's nuclear program. Now over the weekend, the US military did. Not give an update on the number of missiles and drones Iran has fired in recent days after saying the rate had gone down, but experts say it is possible Iran is holding back some missiles in reserve. At this point there is no end in sight to the war. Over the weekend, President Trump called for an unconditional surrender by Iran, but neither side is showing signs of backing down anytime soon. We're winning the war by *** lot. We've decimated their whole evil empire. I'm sure for *** little while. On Sunday, US Central Command announced the…

Iran releases first footage of Khamenei's residence destroyed in US ... Iranian state media, for the first time, released the unseen footage showing the damaged residence compound of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei after the joint US-Israelistrikeson February 28, 2025, in which he was killed. The 35-second video, broadcast by Iran's state television and also published on Khamenei's official website, shows the Imam Khomeini Hussainiya, the main hall inside the Supreme Leader's Tehran compound, strewn with debris and bearing visible signs of extensive destruction. The hall had long served as the main venue for Khamenei's public addresses and religious gatherings throughout his rule. The newly released footage offers the first visual glimpse of the scale of damage caused by the attack that killed the 86-year-old leader on the opening day of the US-Israeli war on Iran. Khamenei was killed along with several members of his family, including his 14-month-old granddaughter, in the strike on the compound. His son and current Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Ali Khamenei, was also reportedly injured in the attack. Khamenei's mortal remains will be laid to rest next to the shrine…

Iran's leadership losses: Who are the key figures killed in US‑Israeli ... From top generals and defence chiefs to key security operatives, the losses have sent ripples through Tehran amid a widening regional war TBS Report 26 March, 2026, 08:10 pm Last modified: 26 March, 2026, 09:49 pm Collage: TBS A wave of US‑Israeli airstrikes targeting Iran's power centres has decimated much of the Islamic Republic's senior political and military leadership, killing several high‑profile commanders and officials and underscoring how deeply the conflict has shaken Iran's core power structure. From Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, top generals and defence chiefs to key security operatives, the losses have sent ripples through Tehran amid a widening regional war, disrupting energy markets and global shipping. Below are some of the most prominent figures killed: Keep updated, follow The Business Standard's Google news channel Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who as ‌Supreme Leader since 1989, built an iron grip over Iran while entrenching hostility towards the US and Israel, was killed aged 86 in a US-Israeli air strike on his compound on 28 February. His more than three-decade rule w…

US-Iran War Live Updates: Trump warns US could target Iran's The body of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader has arrived in the city of Qom, marking the next stage of the funeral procession, according to state media. Footage aired by state broadcaster IRIB showed a helicopter carrying the body over Jamkaran Mosque in Qom province. The procession is set to continue in Qom on Tuesday before moving to the Iraqi holy cities of Najaf and Karbala for further funeral ceremonies, reports Al Jazeera. Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs have accused Hamas of attempting to preserve its military control in Gaza by backing the creation of a technocratic government while refusing to disarm. In a statement, he said Hamas aims to replicate the “Hezbollah model,” under which a civilian administration would handle public services while Hamas remains the dominant armed force. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has downplayed reports of tensions with the United States, insisting that his relationship with the US president remains positive despite occasional policy disagreements. US President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could “finish the job” by dismantling Iran’s infrastructure i…

'Kill them both like dogs': Khamenei funeral mourners offer land for ... Sign in Welcome! Log into your account Forgot your password? Get help Password recovery Recover your password A password will be e-mailed to you. 'Kill them both like dogs': Khamenei funeral mourners offer land for Trump and Netanyahu's heads World 2 min. Read ‘Kill them both like dogs’: Khamenei funeral mourners offer land for Trump and Netanyahu’s heads By CurrentIndia.com July 6, 2026 Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp Posters by mourners during Khamenei’s funeral call for the killing of Trump and Netanyahu Mourners at the funeral procession of slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei carried banners and aggressive placards calling for the death of US President Donald Trump, with inflammatory chants of “death to America” and “death to Israel” echoing through Tehran’s streets.A large poster depicting Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as wanted men was displayed among the crowds. It carried English-language threats including “There will be blood” and “Kill Trump,” alongside images of the two leaders marked with crosshairs and coffins placed under their faces. The poster promised a gift of land to…

Iran Warns US, Israel Against Attacks Ahead of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's ... Iran has warned the United States and Israel against any attacks ahead of funeral processions for the late Supreme Leader of the country, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. An Iranian Military Commander warned against any attacks, saying that the country would retaliate harshly. Notably, Iran is preparing for the ‌ state funeral of Khamenei , who was killed in airstrikes on the first day of the US-Israel-Iran war. Breaking It Down What legal actions is Iran pursuing against the US and Israel? How did Khamenei's death impact Iran's military strategy? What were the reasons for the delay in Khamenei's funeral? Created with AI. "We warn the enemies of Iran, especially the U.S. and the Zionist regime (Israel), to avoid any miscalculation and ⁠to think about the harsh retaliation our armed forces would make to any threat and aggression against our country,” Ali Abdollahi, commander of Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, said in a statement carried by state media, Reuters reported. Earlier on Wednesday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi had issued a similar warning that Tehran would deliver an immediate and powerful…

Russia accuses America of 'pre-planned and unprovoked act ... - Fortune How long will it last? Will it grow? What will the conflict and the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei mean to us, and to global security overall? Those questions echoed across the Middle East and the planet Saturday as world leaders reacted warily to U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran . Recommended Video U.S. President Donald Trump said on social media that Khamenei was dead, calling it “the single greatest chance for the Iranian people to take back their Country.” Iranian state media said early Sunday the 86-year-old leader had died without elaborating on a cause. Israeli officials previously told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity that Khamenei was dead. And Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a televised address, said there were “growing signs” that Khamenei had been killed when Israel struck his compound early Saturday. The apparent demise of the second leader of the Islamic Republic, who had no designated successor, would likely throw its future into uncertainty — and exacerbate already growing concerns of a broader conflict. The U.N. Security Council sched…

Iran to bury Khamenei in hometown as US ramps up strikes Iranians were preparing on Thursday to bury their slain leader Ali Khamenei in his hometown of Mashhad in northeast Iran, as new US strikes threatened to trigger a fresh escalation in the Middle East war. But the ceasefire looked increasingly threatened as US Central Command said it had carried out strikes to degrade the ability of Iranian forces "to threaten freedom of navigation" in the Strait of Hormuz -- a key bone of contention in US-Iran talks.

Iran-US war latest: Mourners gather as six-day funeral for former ... 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. Recommended How Iran …

Khamenei's death met with public mourning, quiet celebrations as regime ... Add NBC News to Google Crowd topples ayatollah monument in southern Iran 00:36 Get more news Live on Share Add NBC News to Google March 1, 2026, 10:39 AM EST By Freddie Clayton and Marin Scott For the first time in 37 years , the sun rose on a leaderless Tehran, its streets unusually hushed as Iranians awoke to the news that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed in joint U.S.-Israeli airstrikes. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. In the capital, the mood was suspended between grief and disbelief. Black-clad mourners wept for Khamenei, beating their chests and clutching portraits of the man who ruled Iran for nearly four decades. Others, beyond Tehran and across social media, celebrated his death, dancing in the streets. Questions now hang over who will succeed the Middle East’s longest-serving head of state, and what comes next for a nation already battered by war abroad and dissent at home. “It is announced to the martyr-nurturing people of Iran that Grand Ayatollah Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, was…

ANI28 Jun 2026, 22:29 GMT+10 Tehran [Iran], June 28 (ANI): Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei criticised American and Israeli leaders for boasting of crimes committed against Iran and urged for pursuing legal cases in international and domestic courts against the deaths in Iran due to the conflict. In a series of posts on X social media platform as Iran marked the National Week of the Judiciary, Khamenei stated, 'The confessions and even brazen boasting of some of the leaders of the US-Zionist enemy regarding these crimes, are indisputably an admission of crime, and these effectively pave the way for the vindication of the [Iranian] nation's rights that have been violated.' Khamenei recalled the war crimes committed against Iran and the death of the Minab school girls in his message - urging legal action in both domestic and international courts. 'Physical & psychological damages inflicted on each individual of the Iranian nation in the 2nd & 3rd Imposed Wars, from child killings & war crimes in Minab & Lamerd to attacks on medical centres, is each a legal file that must be pursued in both domestic & international courts... From murdering newborns to our dear elderly popul…

Iran sends defiant message to Trump with colossal funeral for slain ... The Middle East See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Threads Link Copied! Follow Four months after he was killed at the outset of the US-Israeli war on Iran, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is being memorialized in a weeklong funeral spectacle stretching across five cities in two countries, with millions of mourners expected to attend. Despite a costly war against two of the world’s strongest militaries and decades of crushing economic hardship, Tehran is sparing no expense to send off Khamenei in a grand ceremony shrouded in religious symbolism that overlaps with the 250th US Independence Day celebrations. Authorities say they’ve launched one of the largest logistical efforts in the Islamic Republic’s history, mobilizing government employees, universities, labor unions, firefighters, soldiers, aid workers and even religious “mourning groups” to organize the funeral and manage the millions of “pilgrims” expected to travel to cities and holy sites across Iran and Iraq to bid the ayatollah farewell. Authorities in neighboring Iraq, where Shiite Muslims are a majority, say millions of mourners are expected to pay…

Obituary: Who was Ayatollah Khamenei? He battled the US and ... - CNN The Middle East Donald Trump Israel-Hamas war See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Threads Link Copied! Follow Ayatollah Ali Hosseini Khamenei, who ruled Iran with an iron fist as its supreme leader for nearly four decades, facing off against the US and Israel while crushing dissent and advancing a controversial nuclear program at home, has been killed, a seismic development that plunges his nation and the region into uncharted territory. Multiple Iranian state media outlets confirmed Khamenei’s death on Sunday morning, hours after US and Israeli officials declared he had been killed in their joint strikes targeting his regime. One of the Middle East’s most powerful men, Khamenei dominated Iran during a reign defined by resistance and resilience — standing firm against decades of Western and Israeli pressure aimed at forcing the Islamic Republic to bend to their will. Under his leadership, Iran expanded its influence far beyond its borders, earning a reputation as a formidable and dangerous regional power to be reckoned with. But his death comes at a time when Iran is arguably at its weakest since he took po…

Performer calls for Trump's death at funeral for Iran's late supreme leader Home News World Middle East 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. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) EM flag wire: true flag sponsored: false article_type: pubinfo.section: cms.site.custom.site_domain : thestar.com sWebsitePrimaryPublication : publications/toronto_star bHasMigratedAvatar : false firstAuthor.avatar : By Nasser Karimi And Jon Gambrell The Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — A performer at the funeral for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei called for the death of U.S. President Donald Trump before a crowd of hundreds of thousands of people Sunday in the capital, Tehran. The comment represents the first, direct call for Trump’s death by an emcee at the funeral, which has seen posters and graffiti calling for the killing of Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. That’s been a hard-line demand even as Tehran negotiates with the U.S. over a permanent end to the war that’s dis…

Israel’s Katz warns Iranian leaders amid Khamenei funeral Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz on Monday threatened Iranian leaders that sought to destroy Israel, adding that it was Israel that eliminated slain leader Ali Khamenei.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Katz’s comments came as Iran holds a multi-day funeral for Khamenei. After lying in state for two days at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla religious complex, the body of Khamenei began its journey through the capital accompanied by massive crowds of mourners.Katz said that any Iranian leader who “attempts to advance plans to destroy Israel will be thwarted,” CNN reported according to a spokesperson.“Khamenei, whose funeral is taking place now, was eliminated by Israel because he initiated and led the plan to destroy Israel in Iran and across the region,” Katz was quoted as saying.He added that US-Israel strikes on Iran “removed the immediate existential threats facing Israel and severely damaged Iran’s strategic capabilities.”Khamenei and other

US-Iran attack: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei death would likely lead to ... World Middle East Middle East conflict Print article Erin Banco Mar 1, 2026 – 3.35am In the run-up to the US and Israeli attacks on Saturday , the US Central Intelligence Agency assessed that even if Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the operation, he would likely be replaced by hardline figures from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), two sources briefed on the intelligence said. The assessments, which were produced over the past two weeks, looked broadly at what could occur in Iran following a US intervention and the extent to which a military operation could trigger regime change in the Islamic Republic – now a pronounced objective for Washington. Loading... Reuters Save Log in or Subscribe to save article Share Copy link Copied Email LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Copy link Copied Share via... Gift this article Subscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. Subscribe now Already a subscriber? Login Read More Middle East conflict Iran Israel Donald Trump Israel-Iran conflict Fetching latest articles

Trump hails Khamenei death, urges Iranians to "take back" nation ... By Adeola Adeosun Weekend Night Editor 0 Share Newsweek is a Trust Project member See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. President Donald Trump on Saturday declared Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dead , hailing the killing as an act of justice and urging the Iranian people to seize what he called a historic opportunity to reclaim their country—as U.S. and Israeli forces continued a sweeping military campaign across the country. "This is the single greatest chance for the Iranian people to take back their Country," Trump wrote on Truth Social, adding that Khamenei's death was justice "not only for the people of Iran, but for all Great Americans" killed or harmed by the regime. Israeli officials confirmed Khamenei was killed in a strike on his compound in Tehran as part of Operation Epic Fury , the joint U.S.-Israeli offensive that began early Saturday morning. Read More on News Why It Matters The U.S. and Israeli strikes on Saturday morning struck multiple targets in Iran , killing at least 200 people, and injur…

The scrawled last message of Iran's top security boss before ... Senior Iranian security official Ali Larijani, 67, was killed in an Israeli airstrike (Image: Getty) The final message written by senior Iranian security official Ali Larijani was shared on X after Israel confirmed Tuesday he was assassinated overnight. A handwritten message from the Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of Iran was shared on X around 5:40 a.m. EST, which would be around 1:40 p.m. local time in Tehran. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Tuesday that the 67-year-old was killed overnight in an airstrike . Presumably, the X post was made posthumously , though its exact origins remain unclear. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT In the message, Larjani allegedly wrote, "On the occasion of the funeral ceremony of the warriors of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy: Their memory will always be in the hearts of the Iranian nation, and these martyrdoms will establish the foundation of the Islamic Republic Army in the structure of the armed forces for many years. I ask God Almighty to grant these dear martyrs the highest ranks." Iran top security official Ali Larijani killed in overnight I…

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Hezbollah Supporters Mourn Ayatollah Khamenei in Massive Lebanon Rally Written byBY EDITOR•2 March 2026•08:53•News,Saudi Arabia,World BEIRUT: On Sunday, thousands of Hezbollah supporters flocked to the southern suburbs of Beirut to pay their respects to Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. They sobbed over the deceased leader and chanted, “Death to America, death to Israel.” Clad in black and brandishing Iranian and Hezbollah flags, they chanted together, “God is one, and Khamenei is the leader. When Israel and the United States launched waves of strikes against Iran on Saturday, the Islamic republic quickly retaliated, killing Khamenei. Donald Trump, the president of the United States, has repeatedly called for Iranians to topple their government and has pledged to strike Iran “for as long as necessary. Naim Qassem, the leader of Iran-backed Hezbollah, said in a statement on Sunday that the killing of Khamenei and other Iranian officials was “the height of crime.” Qassem declared that his movement will not abandon “the field of honor and resistance” and that “we will undertake our duty of confronting the aggression. In the southern suburbs of Beirut, where Hezbollah…

Iran's supreme leader dead after attack by U.S., Israel Iran’s supreme leader dead following major attack by U.S., Israel BY Associated Press International UPDATED 9:07 PM ET Feb. 28, 2026 PUBLISHED 2:23 AM ET Feb. 28, 2026 PUBLISHED 2:23 AM EST Feb. 28, 2026 SHARE DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei died following a major attack by Israel and the United States, Iranian state media confirmed early Sunday, throwing the future of the Islamic Republic into doubt and raising the risk of regional instability. What You Need To Know Iranian state media have confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following a major attack by Israel and the United States The reports early Sunday threw the future of the Islamic Republic into doubt and raised the risk of regional instability President Donald Trump announced the death hours earlier, saying it gave Iranians their "greatest chance" to "take back" their country The attack opened a stunning new chapter in U.S. intervention in Iran, carried the potential for retaliatory violence and a wider war, and represented a startling flex of military might President Donald Trump announced the death…

Key Iranian Leaders Killed by U.S. and Israeli Strikes: A List - Modern Diplomacy World News Key Iranian Leaders Killed by U.S. and Israeli Strikes: A List U. S.-Israeli strikes on Iran have resulted in the deaths of several important political and military leaders, significantly impacting the Islamic Republic's leadership amid a regional conflict affecting energy markets and global shipping. Newsroom April 6, 2026 Facebook X WhatsApp Linkedin ReddIt Telegram A satellite image shows black smoke rising and heavy damage at Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's compound, following strikes by the United States and Israel against Iran, in Tehran, Iran February 28, 2026. Pleiades Neo (c) Airbus DS 2026/Handout via REUTERS U. S.-Israeli strikes on Iran have resulted in the deaths of several important political and military leaders, significantly impacting the Islamic Republic’s leadership amid a regional conflict affecting energy markets and global shipping. The Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who ruled Iran since 1989 and fostered hostility towards the U. S. and Israel, was killed at age 86 in a strike on his compound on February 28. His rule was characterized by a str…

Iranian Commander Warns U.S., Israel Against Attacks as Khamenei ... A senior Iranian commander has warned the United States and Israel against carrying out any attacks during the upcoming funeral processions for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike on February 28, according to Iranian state media. The warning, attributed to an Iranian commander identified as Ali Abdollahi, was broadcast on state television and referenced a "harsh retaliation" for any act of aggression, according to a report by RT. [1] The warning comes as Iran prepares for week-long funeral ceremonies for Khamenei, who led the Islamic Republic for 37 years. The commander stated that military forces are on alert and ready to respond to any threat. The statement reinforced previous Iranian warnings that any attack during the sensitive mourning period would be met with a severe response, echoing earlier threats from top officials that military aggression would trigger a 'severe and crushing blow.' [2] Khamenei's body arrived at a farewell ceremony in Tehran on July 3, with more than 20 million people reportedly expected to travel to the capital for the funeral, a…

Did Iran Accidentally Confirm Mojtaba Khamenei Is Dead? 'Martyrs' Mural ... A newly unveiled mural inIranhas ignited a wave of speculation over the fate ofMojtaba Khamenei— the man widely believed to have succeeded Ali Khamenei. The artwork, displayed in Mashhad, honours prominent Iranians allegedly killed in US-Israeli attacks. But one detail has set off alarm bells: Mojtaba Khamenei’s image appears among the dead. The mural was reportedly meant to commemorate those Iran claims were killed in recent hostilities involving theUnited StatesandIsrael. Instead, it has triggered a far more sensitive question — has Iran inadvertently acknowledged the death of its new Supreme Leader? A video circulating online show Mojtaba Khamenei featured alongside individuals officially declared dead. There has been no immediate clarification from Iranian authorities on why his image appears in that context. Given the tightly controlled nature of information around Iran’s leadership, even a symbolic inclusion like this is being closely scrutinised. The speculation comes just days after a report by The New York Times painted a very different picture. According to the report: "Mojtaba Khamenei was …

The Iranian leaders killed in Israeli-US war - RTL Today Over the course of the US-Israeli war on Iran, waves of airstrikes killed an entire echelon of the Islamic republic's political and military elite, starting with supreme leader Ali Khamenei. President Donald Trump had claimed in March that the campaign had achieved "regime change", but Iran showed resilience in rapidly replacing killed leaders and keeping up the war against the US and Israel. With Washington and Tehran agreeing on a deal announced Monday to halt the conflict, here is a recap of the some of the key figures killed in the war: Khamenei, Iran's number one since 1989, was killed in the first hour of the war on February 28 in a strike on a meeting of senior officials in Tehran that also left his daughter-in-law, daughter and at least one grandchild dead, according to reports. His low-profile son Mojtaba survived -- although reportedly with injuries -- and took over as supreme leader. He has yet to make a public appearance. Ali Khamenei has yet to be buried, with state media reporting on Saturday that his funeral will take place on July 9 in his hometown, the northeastern city of Mashhad, following three days …

🚨 Breaking News 🚨 Trump says Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead after U.S.-Israeli strikes. This development could have major implications for the Middle East and global security. www.ukbreakingnews24x7.com/world/trump-... #Iran #Trump #MiddleEast #BreakingNews #WorldNews

New Iranian leader Khamenei vows 'never ending' revenge in first public ... Shiite Muslims bearing portraits of slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and his son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, shout anti-U.S. and anti-Israel slogans on March 11, 2026, in Karachi, Pakistan. (Rizwan Tabassum / AFP/Getty Images) By Gavin J. Quinton Staff Writer March 12, 2026 Updated 2:54 PM PT 205 7 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X LinkedIn Threads Reddit WhatsApp Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here . See more from the L.A. Times in Google Search. Set us as preferred Khamenei said Iran will continue blockading key shipping lanes as oil prices climbed above $100 again overnight. His written statement were read aloud on Iranian state television, but the new leader notably did not appear. WASHINGTON — Iran’s new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, vowed retaliation Thursday against the United States and Israel and signaled that Tehran will continue to choke off the world’s most crucial oil route, as the war strained global energy markets …

Chants of 'Death to America' Echo at Funeral for Iranian Commanders as ... Up next Published on 28 June 2025 Author Internewscast Share article The post has been shared by 0 people. Facebook 0 X (Twitter) 0 Pinterest 0 Mail 0 THE funeral for the Iranian commanders wiped out in the war has been plagued by “Death to America” chants and the burning of Israeli flags. Reports indicate that over a million individuals have gathered along the streets of Tehran, only hours after Donald Trump issued a warning that he would bomb the hostile regime once more if they ever challenge the US. Over a million people have reportedly lined the streets of Tehran for the funeral of Iranian commanders Credit: Getty Iranians burn the Israeli flag during the funeral Credit: AFP Twisted chants of ‘Death to America’ could be heard ringing out across the event Credit: Getty Twisted chants of “Death to America” could be heard ringing out across the event today as pro-Ayatollah mourners flocked to the public processio n. The coffins of key military commanders and nuclear scientists, all targeted and killed by Israel during the intense 12-day conflict , were paraded through the city. General Hossein Salami, the…

The Iranian leaders killed in Israeli-US war <p>Over the course of the US-Israeli war on Iran, waves of airstrikes killed an entire echelon of the Islamic republic's political and military elite, starting with supreme leader Ali Khamenei.</p><p>President Donald Trump had claimed in March that the campaign had achieved "regime change", but Iran showed resilience in rapidly replacing killed leaders and keeping up the war against the US and Israel.</p><p>With Washington and Tehran agreeing on a deal announced Monday to halt the conflict, here is a recap of the some of the key figures killed in the war:</p>

Moment When Iranian State TV Host Broke Down Announcing Supreme Leader ... Iran is seemingly witnessing a mix of emotions. Just yesterday, as soon as the US and Israel launched a daylight attack against Iran , videos showed many Iranians dancing and celebrating on the streets. The attack was launched on Saturday, February 28. As the clash entered its second day, Sunday, March 01, another video came forward, which looked the exact opposite of the celebratory clip; an Iranian State TV host breaking down, as he announced the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei . Ayatollah Khamenei's Death: Ayatollah Khamenei, who was Iran’s Supreme Leader for over 36 years, was killed in joint US-Israeli strikes that began yesterday. Iran had previously dismissed the claims of his death that were made by US President Donald Trump. However, later, Iranian state-linked media outlets confirmed his death. Breaking It Down What is the significance of Khamenei's death for Iran's future? How did Khamenei's leadership style evolve over the years? What reactions followed Khamenei's death from Iranian officials? Created with AI. Iranian TV host gets emotional over Khamenei’s death: As the clash m…

Iran's supreme leader, in first remarks, vows to avenge martyrs, keep ... Published byGlobal Banking & Finance Review Posted on March 12, 2026 · Last updated: March 12, 2026 By Parisa Hafezi and Maya Gebeily DUBAI/BEIRUT, March 12 (Reuters) - Iran will fight on and keep the Strait of Hormuz shut as leverage against the United States and Israel, new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said on Thursday in defiant first comments attributed to him since he succeeded his slain father. Hours later, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu used his first press conference since the start of the war to make his own strong statement, issuing a veiled threat to kill Khamenei and defending the military assault on Iran, which has claimed thousands of lives and shaken energy and stock markets. "I wouldn’t issue life insurance policies on any of the leaders of the terrorist organization ... I don't intend to give an exact message here about what we are planning or what we are going to do," Netanyahu said, standing between two Israeli flags and taking questions via video link. In Iran, Khamenei did not appear in person and his remarks were read out by a state television presenter. No images h…

Performer at former Iranian supreme leader’s funeral calls for death of Trump By PA News Agency Share 0 Comments 3 Skip to next photo 1 / 1 Show caption 1 / 1 0 Comments This article is brought to you by our exclusive subscriber partnership with our sister title USA Today, and has been written by our American colleagues. It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. A performer at the funeral for Iran’s late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei called for the death of US President Donald Trump before a crowd of hundreds of thousands of people on Sunday in the capital Tehran. The comment represents the first, direct call for Mr Trump’s death by a figure at the funeral, which has seen posters and graffiti calling for the killing of the US president and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu – a hardline demand even as Tehran negotiates with the US over a permanent end to the war that has disrupted global energy supplies. Poet Mohammad Rasouli drew calls of “Death to America!” and “Death to Israel!” Mourners write messages on a wall during the funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (Altaf Qadri/AP) Speaking to the crowd, he drew cheers when, refer…

Khamenei's Killing and the Perilous Death of the Assassination Ban This article is part of theCollection: Iran, Israel and the United States at War. During the opening salvo of Operation Epic Fury on Feb. 28, the United States and Israel launched a series of airstrikes against Iran that intentionally killed Iran’s head of state, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, along with several other senior Iranian officials. Given the intent, scale, and effects of the joint operation, the strikes constituted both an act of aggression and a violation of the international norm againstassassination. Nonetheless, in apost on social media, President Donald Trump celebrated the killing, praising the death of one of the “most evil people in History.” He highlighted the close U.S.-Israeli cooperation, noting that Khamenei “was unable to avoidourIntelligence and Highly Sophisticated Tracking Systems” and that“working closely with Israelthere was nothing he, or the other leaders that have been killed along with him could do” [emphasis added]. Later reports indicated that theCIA had identifieda gathering of Iranian leaders, intelligence that paved the way for Israel to launch the strike that killed Khamenei. In …

Khamenei was on the 28th. He was killed in an Israeli airstrike on his official headquarters in Tehran. After that, the United States and Israel waged wars against Iran for weeks. At the beginning of April, a ceasefire was agreed, but there were repeated mutual attacks. 8/

Iran begins funeral procession through Tehran for Supreme Leader ... Add NBC News to Google Iranians mourn former supreme leader 01:14 Get more news Live on Share Add NBC News to Google July 6, 2026, 12:58 AM EDT / Updated July 6, 2026, 9:19 AM EDT By Marc Smith , Amin Khodadadi and Chantal Da Silva TEHRAN, Iran — A truck carrying the coffin of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei crawled through Tehran’s thronged streets to chants of “death to America” and “death to Israel” on Monday. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Some in the huge crowds, which were kept from getting too close to the convoy by large numbers of Iranian military and police, openly wept, while others called for revenge against President Donald Trump. A Reuters photograph showed at least one effigy of Trump being hanged. Red, white and green Islamic Republic flags and red banners with lettering calling for revenge lined the route. Mourners hang an effigy President Donald Trump in Tehran. Alkis Konstantinidis / Reuters Alongside Khamenei, who was 86, lay coffins of family members also killed in the airstrike on Feb. 28 that brought…

'We gave them a week off': Trump takes swipe at Iran during July 4 ... As Iran observed an emotional farewell for its former Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed at the start of the Middle East conflict on February 28, US President Donald Trump took a jab at Tehran on Friday, saying the United States gave Iran "a week off" for the funeral because America is "nice." Addressing a large crowd at Mount Rushmore ahead of the July 4 celebrations, Trump referred to the recent conflict with Iran and defended his administration's military action against the Islamic Republic. "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," Trump said, drawing loud cheers and laughter from the audience. The remarks came as Iran held farewell ceremonies for Khamenei. Senior foreign officials on Friday paid their final respects to Iran's slain Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the country began a week of funeral ceremonies. Allies and mourners gathered in Tehran, where Khamenei's body lay in state ahead of his burial. Iranian authorities expect millions to participate in public mo…

What we know about the death of Iranian supreme leader Khamenei Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, speaks during a mourning ceremony for the deaths of Iranian military commanders and scientists, who were killed in Iran's 12-day war with Israel, in Tehran onJuly 29, 2025. Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader/Wana News Agency/Reuters The Middle East See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Threads Link Copied! Follow Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s hardline supreme leader who ruled the country for almost four decades, was killed in Saturday’s joint US-Israeli strikes, Iranian state media confirmed Sunday, prompting celebration among Iranians who opposed his rule and fury from pro-regime loyalists. An Iranian TV broadcaster broke down in tears as he confirmed Khamenei had reached “martyrdom” in a strike that Fars New Agency said hit his compound in Tehran as he was “carrying out his duties.” The death of the cleric who repressed millions as he sought to exert Iran’s influence in the Middle East and beyond appears likely to plunge the Islamic Republic into the most serious crisis since its establishment, with no clear leader to take his place. One of Iran’s most powerful fi…

Mojtaba Khameneis Absence Raises Questions Amid Funeral Tensions Military Mojtaba Khameneis Absence Raises Questions Amid Funeral Tensions Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp Mojtaba Khameneis Absence Raises Questions Amid Funeral Tensions By Alex Carter Quick Summary: Mojtaba Khameneis Absence Raises Questions Amid Funeral Tensions Iran’s leadership appeared publicly at Khamenei’s funeral, signaling confidence amidst threats. Trump suggested that Iran’s leaders are vulnerable, claiming “one shot” could eliminate them. Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei remains hidden, raising questions about Iran’s leadership stability. Iranian commanders warned of severe retaliation if any attack occurs during the funeral. The situation remains volatile, with both sides in a tense holding pattern. Source: Open external resource Source: Read original article The world watched as Iran’s ruling elite stepped into the public eye during Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral, creating a charged atmosphere of potential conflict. Donald Trump’s provocative assertion that Iran’s top leaders could be wiped out with “one shot” has turned this somber event into a high-stakes test of deterrence and diplomatic brinkmanshi…

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead at 86 | AP News Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who assembled theocratic power in Iran over the decades as its supreme leader and sought to turn it into a regional powerhouse, bringing it into confrontation with Israel and the United States over its nuclear program while crushing democracy protesters at home, has died, Iranian state media confirmed early Sunday. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a major attack on Iran launched by Israel and the United States, Israeli officials told The Associated Press on Saturday. There was no immediate comment from the U.S. or Iran on his status. In this photo released by the official website of the office of the Iranian supreme leader, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks under a portrait of the late revolutionary founder Ayatollah Khomeini, in a ceremony meeting a group of officials, in Tehran, Iran, March 8, 2025. (Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader via AP, File) Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, center, leaves an event titled “International Conference in Support of Palestinian Intifada,” in Tehran, Iran, Feb. 21, 2017. (AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi, File) FI…

Iran says US projectile hit area around Bushehr nuclear plant 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 France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot Iran's Parliament Speaker MB Ghalibaf .@POTUSon Iran: "They called a little while ago. They want to make a deal so badly — I just don't know if they're worthy of making a deal. I don't know that they're going to honor the deal. That's the problem."pic.twitter.com/jQTENvyRGM "Were you aware of any credible threat by Iran against Air Force One?"@POTUS: "I have a threat all the time. I'm number one on their list, before you — but if I go, you go, right? So perhaps some of you want to change professions." 🤣pic.twitter.com/5VlZBBySwx Trump says interim accord with Iran to end war is 'over' US completes new round of Iran strikes; sirens blare in Kuwait, Bahrain Gold limits, duty rules, key changes UAE travellers need to know before flying to India Several injured by shrapnel from projectile at Sirik pier, says Iran state media Pakistan locates wreckage of Sharjah-Karachi cargo plane after 12 hours of …

Watch: Ex-IRGC chief threatens US, Israel after Khamenei elimination Watch: Ex-IRGC chief threatens US, Israel after Khamenei elimination Former IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaee threatens the US and Israel after Ali Khamenei’s elimination, vowing revenge and warning no American vessels would pass through the Persian Gulf. Israel National News Mar 2, 2026, 6:53 AM (GMT+2) Iran MEMRI Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Mohsen Rezaei IRGC Roaring Lion Mohsen Rezaee, former commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), threatened the United States and Israel following the elimination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Speaking in an interview with Iran’s IRINN TV on Sunday, translated by the Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI), Rezaee said that the Americans have “cowardly caused the martyrdom of a monumental figure", calling the elimination of Khamenei the greatest mistake in America’s history. Rezaee said that US President Donald Trump, whom he called “the fool," and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have dragged the American military into a slaughterhouse in the Persian Gulf. Related articles: US launches powerful strikes in Iran Any leader who threatens us will be elimin…

Mass grief in Iran at Khamenei funeral after US, Israel war killing Mass grief in Iran at Khamenei funeral after US, Israel war killing Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Published Jul 04, 2026, 03:26 PM Updated Jul 05, 2026, 01:06 PM Set as preferred source Listen TEHRAN, July 4 - 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 U.S.-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…

Performer at former Iranian supreme leader’s funeral calls for death of Trump By PA News Agency Share 0 Comments 3 Skip to next photo 1 / 1 Show caption 1 / 1 0 Comments This article is brought to you by our exclusive subscriber partnership with our sister title USA Today, and has been written by our American colleagues. It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. A performer at the funeral for Iran’s late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei called for the death of US President Donald Trump before a crowd of hundreds of thousands of people on Sunday in the capital Tehran. The comment represents the first, direct call for Mr Trump’s death by a figure at the funeral, which has seen posters and graffiti calling for the killing of the US president and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu – a hardline demand even as Tehran negotiates with the US over a permanent end to the war that has disrupted global energy supplies. Poet Mohammad Rasouli drew calls of “Death to America!” and “Death to Israel!” Mourners write messages on a wall during the funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (Altaf Qadri/AP) Speaking to the crowd, he drew cheers when, refer…

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Performer at former Iranian supreme leader’s funeral calls for death of Trump By PA News Agency Share 0 Comments Mourners gather beneath a portrait of the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the funeral ceremonies in Tehran (Altaf Qadri/AP) This article is brought to you by our exclusive subscriber partnership with our sister title USA Today, and has been written by our American colleagues. It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. A performer at the funeral for Iran’s late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei called for the death of US President Donald Trump before a crowd of hundreds of thousands of people on Sunday in the capital Tehran. The comment represents the first, direct call for Mr Trump’s death by a figure at the funeral, which has seen posters and graffiti calling for the killing of the US president and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu – a hardline demand even as Tehran negotiates with the US over a permanent end to the war that has disrupted global energy supplies. Poet Mohammad Rasouli drew calls of “Death to America!” and “Death to Israel!” Mourners write messages on a wall during the funeral ceremonies …

Iran Leader Khamenei Urges Legal Action Over US-Israeli Crimes Middle East News Updated Jun 28, 2026 Iran's Khamenei Recalls Minab School Attack, Urges Legal Action Against US-Israel Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei recalled the strike on Minab school and other war crimes, urging legal action against US and Israeli leaders in domestic and international courts. Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned American airstrikes on its southern coast as violations of the UN Charter and a ceasefire agreement. US President Donald Trump threatened to wipe out Iran if violations continued, while CENTCOM confirmed additional strikes on Iranian military targets. In response, Iran's IRGC claimed it destroyed eight US military infrastructures in Kuwait and Bahrain as retaliation. A ANI Jun 28, 2026 · 3 min read · 129 views Save Listen Copy Iran leader Mojtaba Khamenei recalls stike on Minab school; urges legal action against US-Israeli "crimes" Tehran, June 28 Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei criticised American and Israeli leaders for boasting of crimes committed against Iran and urged for pursuing legal cases in international and domestic courts against the dea…