Khamenei’s Burial Was Delayed, Breaking With Islamic Custom

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s remains were preserved for months, according to Iran’s government. Some Islamic scholars say it was a political and security calculation.

Khameneis funeral reflects a real sense of unity analyst

The high turnout reveals the unwillingness of Iranians to allow the US to decide who will govern them, Christopher Helali has told RT Hundreds of thousands are attending the funeral of slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran in a clear display of the solidarity and defiance of

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(260706) -- TEHRAN, July 6, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People take part in a procession to bid farewell to Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, July 6, 2026.

Qom Geared Up for Funeral of Martyred Leader

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Qom Province is making extensive preparations to host the funeral procession of martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Tuesday, with officials announcing large-scale logistical, medical, and accommodation arrangements to receive mourners.

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Iran's costly farewell for supreme leader draws backlash

The Islamic Republic's state funeral for Ali Khamenei has drawn criticism over its attendance, the extensive public resources devoted to the event and what many Iranians described as an unsuccessful attempt to project political strength, following the burial ceremony.

Iranian Consulate General Recognises Adnan Sami's Emotional Musical Tribute to the People of Iran and Its Late Supreme Leader

PNN Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 6: H. E. Saeid Reza MosayebMotlagh, Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Mumbai, accompanied by Mr.

"Iran Supreme Leader's death taught importance of unity": Iran President

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The Iranian authorities go all out to stage an elaborate weeklong spectacle.

Lebanon president says Israeli occupation in south preventing army deployment

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Israel's death towers: Gaza civilians killed by remote attacks during ceasefire

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Khamenei’s funeral draws mourners from across Iran’s regional network.

From Lebanon to cities across Pakistan, gatherings and marches are expected to show his reach.

Huge crowds fill Tehran streets for Khamenei's funeral procession

Many people were waving Iranian flags and red banners symbolising vengeance for the former supreme leader's war death.

Occupied Palestinian Territory: Aid restrictions in Gaza, ‘senseless’ infant deaths in the West Bank

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Khamenei Funeral Ceremonies Proceed From Tehran To Holy City Of Qom

Iranian authorities imposed extensive security measures on July 6, including the closure of Tehran's airspace, as public funeral ceremonies for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei moved from the capital to the holy city of Qom.

Top Iranian Officials Join Massive Funeral Procession for Martyred Leader

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A vast crowd filled the streets of Tehran on Monday as the main funeral procession for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei moved through the capital, with senior officials participating in a historic display of mourning and unity.