Summary
Thousands of Iranians gathered to honor their former Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, who died in an attack at the start of a new Middle East conflict. His son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, did not attend the events. The rallies took place across various cities, including Tehran, and coincided with the exact time Ali Khamenei was killed.
Key Facts
- Iranians came together nationwide to remember Ali Khamenei, their former Supreme Leader.
- He died in an attack involving the US and Israel at the beginning of a new Middle East conflict.
- Ali Khamenei had led Iran for nearly 40 years.
- His son, Mojtaba Khamenei, who is now the leader, was not visible during the public events.
- Memorial rallies happened in many cities, such as Tehran, Urmia, and Gorgan.
- State TV showed footage of the commemorations, which started at the exact time Ali Khamenei was killed.
- A formal state funeral has not been held because of ongoing conflict.
