Over 20 million expected in Tehran for Ali Khamenei's funeral

Middle East Eye · July 2, 2026 Politics

Over 20 million expected in Tehran for Ali Khamenei's funeral More than 20 million people are reportedly expected to travel to Iran’s capital for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khameinei, who was assassinated by the US and Israel on 28 February, according to Iranian state TV. This would more than double Tehran’s population of roughly 10 million.

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