Iran Holds Massive State Funeral for Slain Supreme Leader Khamenei
Iran began a multi-day state funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in a February 28, 2026, Israeli-U.S. airstrike. Millions of mourners are expected in Tehran, with the regime using the event as a power demonstration amid paused peace talks. The funeral includes display of family members’ coffins, chants for revenge, and anti-U.S. rhetoric. Khamenei’s successor, Mojtaba, has not appeared publicly due to security concerns. The event aims to boost Iran’s leverage in Strait of Hormuz negotiations.
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Iran buries Ali Khamenei as fresh U.S.-Iran fighting raises fears of wider war
Iran has laid former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei to rest in Mashhad, more than four months after he was killed in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike. The burial coincides with fresh fighting between the United States and Iran, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. The event marks a significant escalation in tensions following the assassination of Iran's top leader.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Iran Buries Supreme Leader Khamenei as New Fighting with U.S. Erupts
Iran laid to rest former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on July 10, 2026, over four months after he was killed in an Israeli and U.S. airstrike on February 28. His flag-covered coffin was carried into the shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad as thousands of mourners gathered. His son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei did not appear publicly. The burial occurred amid renewed hostilities between Iran and the United States, with back-and-forth attacks over two days raising fears of a return to all-out war. On Thursday, sirens sounded in Bahrain, home to the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet, and missiles targeted Kuwait and Qatar, threatening a fragile ceasefire. Senior Iranian officials including parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and chief justice Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei attended the ceremony.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.West Asia War: Former Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei Buried Amid Renewed U.S.-Iran Fighting
On July 9, 2026, Iran buried its former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Mashhad, following his death in late February from Israeli and U.S. airstrikes. The burial occurred amid renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran, with U.S. strikes hitting near an Iranian nuclear plant and killing at least 17 people, according to Iranian officials. Iran retaliated by targeting U.S. regional allies including Kuwait, Qatar, and Bahrain. U.S. President Donald Trump briefed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on American operations in the Gulf. Khamenei's son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, remains hidden after being disfigured in the same strike. The article reports 90 U.S. military targets hit in Iran and explosions in southern Iran near Bushehr nuclear plant.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Funeral Prayers for Iran's Late Supreme Leader Khamenei Begin in Najaf, Iraq
Funeral processions for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began on July 8, 2026, in the Iraqi holy city of Najaf, with thousands of mourners in attendance. The body arrived alongside Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and other senior officials. Iran's new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has not appeared and is believed to be in hiding after reportedly being wounded in the airstrike that killed his father. The multi-day funeral started in Tehran on July 4. Meanwhile, US-Iran tensions escalated as the US attacked Iran after Tehran struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran launched retaliatory strikes on Kuwait and Bahrain, threatening an interim ceasefire agreement. Funeral prayers will be held at the Shrine of Imam Ali in Najaf, led by senior scholar Muhammad Taqi al-Hakim.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Thousands gather in Qom for fourth day of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral
On July 7, 2026, thousands of mourners gathered in the Iranian holy city of Qom for the fourth day of funeral ceremonies for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. His remains are lying in state at the Jamkaran Mosque, a significant Shia site in Qom, which houses influential seminaries and shrines. The event underscores the massive public turnout and religious significance of the funeral in Iran's clerical heartland.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Body of Khamenei Arrives in Qom Ahead of Funeral Procession
The body of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has arrived in the holy city of Qom, following a massive funeral procession in Tehran. Khamenei and four family members were killed in a February 28, 2026, US-Israeli airstrike at the start of a war. The funeral in Tehran saw mourners calling for the death of U.S. President Donald Trump. Similar events will be held in Qom today and in Iraq's holy cities of Najaf and Karbala on Wednesday. State television showed footage of a helicopter carrying the body landing in Qom.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.About 100 People from Karnataka Attend Ayatollah Khamenei's Funeral in Tehran
Approximately 100 people from Karnataka, India, mostly from Alipura village in Chikkaballapur district, are attending the funeral of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei in Tehran. Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israeli air strike on February 28, along with family members. Syed Hakim Raza, president of the Indo-Iran Chamber of Commerce and Industries, confirmed the attendance, noting that some Kannadigas are already based in Iran as students or professionals, while others flew from Bengaluru via Mumbai on a chartered Iran Air flight. Alipura residents expressed deep grief, with one stating Khamenei was 'loved more than our father.' Raza highlighted that Iran secured a ceasefire in April and an MoU in June, demonstrating stability for hosting the funeral with representatives from over 100 countries. He also commented on Iran's policy to keep the Strait of Hormuz open for friendly nations like India, and noted that India's Political Delegation's attendance reaffirmed enduring bilateral ties.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Khamenei's Funeral Begins Amid Absence of His Successor
The funeral procession for slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began in Tehran after Sunday prayers, following his death in the opening US-Israeli strikes of the Iran war. Three of Khamenei's sons appeared publicly, but Mojtaba Khamenei, who reportedly succeeded him as supreme leader, has not made any public appearances. Mourners packed the route, expressing disappointment at his absence. Reports indicate Mojtaba was disfigured and suffered leg injuries in the strikes and is in hiding due to Israeli threats. Chants of 'Death to America' and 'Death to Israel' were heard, with some calling for the killing of President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu. The body will travel through Qom, Najaf, and Karbala before burial in Mashhad on Thursday.
TheWeek feedKhamenei's Funeral Begins in Tehran; Successor Mojtaba Still Missing
The funeral procession for slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began in Tehran after Sunday prayers, drawing massive crowds of black-clad mourners. Khamenei was killed in the opening U.S.-Israeli strikes of the Iran war. Three of his sons appeared publicly for the first time, but his successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, has not been seen. Reports indicate Mojtaba was disfigured and severely injured in the strikes and is in hiding due to Israeli threats. Mourners chanted 'Death to America' and 'Death to Israel,' with signs calling for the killing of U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump, meanwhile, boasted about wiping out Iran's military in a speech celebrating America's 250th birthday. The body will be transported to Qom, then to Shiite shrines in Najaf and Karbala, Iraq, and finally buried in Mashhad on Thursday.
TheWeek feedMourners throng funeral procession in Tehran for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Massive crowds gathered in Tehran for the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with millions participating in a multi-day procession. The event featured chants of 'Death to America' and was accompanied by heightened geopolitical tensions, including U.S. President Trump's statement that the U.S. would win a war with Iran 'one way or the other.' The funeral served as both a mourning ritual and a demonstration of national unity and defiance, with analysts noting the event was also a message to both domestic and international audiences about Iran's resilience and anti-American stance.
Top stories - Google NewsMillions attend funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran
State media in Iran reported that millions of people participated in the funeral procession for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on July 6, 2026. Khamenei was killed on February 28 by an Israeli airstrike on his official residence, which triggered a five-week war between Iran and the US-Israel coalition before a ceasefire was agreed in April. The procession featured mourners chanting 'Revenge, revenge,' 'Death to America,' and 'Death to Israel.' Supporters from Afghanistan, Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq also attended. Additional funeral ceremonies are planned in Iraqi cities of Kerbela and Najaf, with burial scheduled in Khamenei's hometown of Mashhad. However, the article notes that a large portion of Iran's 86 million population is likely indifferent or opposed to the state mourning, referencing recent protests where demonstrators chanted 'Death to the dictator.'
Nachrichten - WELTAyatollah Ali Khamenei Funeral Draws Massive Crowds in Tehran Amid Calls for Revenge
On July 6, 2026, hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for the funeral procession of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on February 28 in airstrikes by Israel and the United States. The flag-draped coffins of Khamenei and his family members were carried on a decorated truck through streets packed with mourners, many calling for the death of U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The crowd, encouraged by Iran's theocracy as a sign of strength, appeared larger than the 2020 funeral for General Qassem Soleimani. Authorities urged caution to prevent crowd-related dangers. The funeral events began July 4 and will conclude July 9 with burial at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad. Mourners expressed grief and a strong desire for revenge, with chants and signs demanding retaliation for the killing of the 86-year-old cleric.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Huge Crowds Expected at Funeral Procession of Slain Iranian Leader Khamenei
Massive crowds are anticipated in Tehran on July 6, 2026, for the funeral procession of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed along with four family members on February 28 in Israeli airstrikes based on U.S. intelligence. After lying in state at the Grand Mosalla, the procession will last 10-12 hours starting at 6:00 am. Thousands gathered on Sunday to pay respects, with the atmosphere described as festival-like, featuring electronic music, free food, and drinks. Authorities aim to avoid the chaos of the 1989 funeral of Ayatollah Khomeini, when mourners stormed his vehicle. The funerals also serve to demonstrate Iran's resilience after five weeks of war with Israel and the United States.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.West Asia War: New Iran Leader Absent as Sons Pay Respects to Khamenei at Funeral
Iran held a massive public funeral for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on July 5, 2026, with hundreds of thousands attending. A poet, Mohammad Rasouli, led chants of 'Death to America!' and 'Death to Israel!' and called for the death of US President Donald Trump. Iran's Tasnim news agency reported that US diplomatic pressure led 13 countries to skip or scale down their participation. Meanwhile, Iran and Qatar resumed maritime trade. In Yemen, Houthi rebels killed 16 government troops in an attack south of Hodeidah, the deadliest in years. The Israeli army chief also vowed action in south Lebanon. The new Iran leader was notably absent from the funeral proceedings.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Khamenei's Funeral: Iranian Regime Stages Propaganda Spectacle on US Independence Day
Iranian state media reported hundreds of thousands attending the funeral of slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on July 4, 2026, deliberately coinciding with the US 250th Independence Day anniversary. Khamenei was killed by an Israeli airstrike on February 28. The multi-day funeral ceremony features militant slogans calling for revenge against the US and Israel, and is being used by the regime to project unity and humiliate foreign delegations with Quranic verses. However, the article highlights internal rifts within Iran's power structure between pragmatists open to negotiations and hardliners rejecting any talks. Khamenei's son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei is using the event to consolidate power. The regime expects up to 20 million mourners, a figure many Iranians view as propaganda.
taz.de - taz.deKhamenei's Funeral: Iranian Regime Stages Propaganda Spectacle on US Independence Day
Iranian state media reported hundreds of thousands of regime-loyal mourners attending the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed by an Israeli airstrike on February 28, 2026. The multi-day ceremony began on July 4, US Independence Day, which the article interprets as a deliberate signal against Western imperialism. Mourners chanted militant slogans calling for revenge against the US and Israel. The regime used Quranic recitations to publicly humiliate foreign delegations from Qatar, Lebanon, and Saudi Arabia. The article notes internal rifts within Iran's power structure, with hardliners opposing negotiations with the US and pragmatists like Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi facing public insults. Khamenei's son Mojtaba is positioned as his successor.
taz.de - taz.deIranian Poet Calls for Death of Donald Trump at Khamenei Funeral
At the six-day funeral ceremony for slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, poet Mohammad Rasouli publicly called for the death of US President Donald Trump, asking the crowd 'Why is the greatest bastard in the world still alive?' The remark was met with cheers and chants of 'Death to America' and 'Death to Israel.' The event in Tehran is expected to draw up to 20 million mourners. Khamenei was killed on February 28 by an Israeli airstrike, which also injured his son and successor, Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who was absent from the ceremonies. The US and Israel waged a five-week war against Iran before a ceasefire in early April. Khamenei's body will be buried in Mashhad after ceremonies in Tehran, Qom, and Iraq.
Nachrichten - WELTIran holds funeral for Ali Khamenei: Who is attending?
Iran is holding a massive multi-day funeral for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on February 28, 2026, in joint precision strikes by the US and Israeli militaries. The strikes also killed several family members. The funeral, delayed nearly four months due to active war and security risks, began on July 4, 2026, in Tehran. Representatives from around 30 countries are attending, including India's Governor of Bihar Syed Ata Hasnain, Russia's Dmitry Medvedev, China's He Wei, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and others from Tajikistan, Armenia, Georgia, Turkiye, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh. Khamenei's son and successor Mojtaba has not been seen in public since the killing, and his attendance remains unconfirmed. The funeral procession will move to Qom and then Mashhad, where Khamenei will be buried near the tomb of Imam Reza on July 9.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Performer calls for Trump's death at funeral for Iran's late supreme leader
At the funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on July 5, 2026, poet Mohammad Rasouli called for the death of U.S. President Donald Trump, drawing chants of 'Death to America!' and 'Death to Israel!' from hundreds of thousands of mourners. Rasouli asked the crowd, referring to Trump, 'Why is the most bastard man in the world still alive?' The event coincided with Trump's speech in Washington for the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. Khamenei, who ruled Iran for decades, was killed at age 86 in a February 28 airstrike at the start of the Iran war. The funeral could boost Iran's theocracy under his son, new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Prayers for Iran's Khamenei on second day of funeral ceremonies amid West Asia war ceasefire
On July 5, 2026, Iran holds the second day of funeral ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on February 28 in Israeli and U.S. airstrikes. Sunday is declared a public holiday, and Khamenei's body will leave the Grand Mosalla complex for processions on Monday. Huge crowds gathered in Tehran for the start of the ceremonies on July 4, which authorities hope will show defiance after the war with the US and Israel. A ceasefire is in place after five weeks of hostilities, but both sides warn they could resume fighting. In related updates, US President Trump said Netanyahu 'knows who the boss is' amid tensions, and Iran's envoy announced that friendly nations will receive special treatment for new fees on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
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