Millions of people have gathered in Tehran for the funeral procession of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, following his death during the Iran–Israel conflict earlier this year. The procession moved across the capital after two days of funeral ceremonies, with mourners carrying Iranian flags and portraits of the late leader.
President Masoud Pezeshkian said the turnout reflected national unity and described the ceremony as a commitment to continue the country’s political direction. He also criticised the United States and Israel over the conflict and its consequences.
Key developments:
- Millions attended the funeral procession through central Tehran.
- Mojtaba Khamenei, the newly appointed Supreme Leader, did not appear publicly, with officials citing security concerns.
- More than 300 foreign journalists were granted visas to cover the ceremonies.
- Senior Iranian leaders attended prayers and funeral events alongside the public.
Pezeshkian, a reformist elected two years ago who has put emphasis on building consensus within the political elite said “I do not accept the interpretation of farewell; this is a covenant for continuing on the path. “This is not actually a farewell, but rather a pact to continue on the path.”
He added: “By entering this war, the enemy disrupted the geography of the region, but in fact it strengthened the unity and cohesion among Muslims and even made the people of the world aware of its human rights claims.”
ℹ️ The Guardian
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