A bitterly divided Iran grapples with Khamenei’s legacy as he is laid to rest
Summary
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader for more than 30 years, was killed in Israeli strikes and laid to rest amid large funeral processions. His death highlights deep divisions within Iranian society, with some supporting his hard-line rule and others opposing decades of repression and economic problems.Key Facts
- Khamenei ruled Iran from 1989 until his death in early 2026.
- He was killed by Israeli strikes on February 28, 2026.
- Large crowds of supporters attended his funeral in Tehran and other cities.
- Hard-line supporters praised him as a defender of Iran against the West and Israel.
- Many Iranians are unhappy with years of repression, sanctions, and economic hardship under his leadership.
- Thousands of anti-government protesters were killed in January before his death.
- Some mourners at the funeral called for revenge against U.S. President Donald Trump.
- Khamenei strengthened Iran’s nuclear program and regional militant alliances during his rule.
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