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'Will never forget this gesture of friendship': Iran thanks India for attending Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral

NEW DELHI: The Embassy of Iran in India expressed gratitude to the government and people of India for participating in the funeral ceremonies of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, saying the gesture reflected the 'deep historical, cultural and human bonds' between the two countries.

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In a post on X, the embassy thanked the official Indian delegation, political leaders and citizens who attended the ceremonies and paid tribute to Khamenei.

"The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Republic of India extends its heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to the friendly Government and people of India, especially the official delegation that attended on behalf of the Government and people of India, for participating in the funeral ceremonies and paying tribute to the martyred Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, His Eminence Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei," the embassy said.

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