Emotion and politics merge in Tehran at funeral of former supreme leader
Summary
Large crowds gathered in Tehran for the funeral of Iran's former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who died in joint US-Israeli strikes at the start of a war. Ceremonies will last six days across Iran and Iraq, with burial planned in Mashhad.Key Facts
- Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s former supreme leader, was killed in US-Israeli strikes at the war’s start.
- Thousands gathered in Tehran for his funeral service on Sunday.
- His second son, Mojtaba Khamenei, was not present at the funeral.
- His other sons—Masoud, Mostafa, and Meysam—attended the ceremony.
- Iran state media say funeral ceremonies will continue for six days in Iran and neighboring Iraq.
- The burial will take place in the former leader’s hometown, Mashhad, on Thursday.
- International journalists face restrictions on reporting from Iran, including the BBC’s correspondent.
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