Funeral ceremonies for Khamenei begin in Tehran
Public mourning for the late Supreme Leader Khamenei has commenced in Tehran. The ceremonies are expected to draw millions of attendees. (sources: aljazeera, theguardian, france24)
Thousands of mourners have gathered in Tehran as the funeral ceremonies for former Supreme Leader Khamenei begin. Estimates suggest that up to 15 million people may attend the events over the coming days.
- The funeral ceremonies for Khamenei started at the Grand Mosalla mosque in Tehran.
- The events include national anthem performances, religious eulogies, and readings from the Koran.
- Attendance estimates range from 15 million to 30 million people.
Why it matters
The scale of the attendance reflects the significant impact Khamenei had on Iran's political and religious landscape.
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