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Iran begins a procession through Tehran for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral

Iran has begun a procession through its capital, Tehran, for the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

The Independent UK

Khamenei's Funeral Turns into Coded Diplomacy as Each Delegation Receives a Different Quranic Verse

Iran used Quranic verses at Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral to convey diplomatic messages to foreign delegations, sparking regional controversy over perceived alliances and rivalries.

International Business Times UK

Trump Says Iran 'Needs Food', Ghalibaf Fires Back Citing 40 Million Americans on Food Stamps

Iran's Parliament Speaker mocked Trump's claim that Tehran needs American food, reigniting US-Iran tensions despite recent diplomatic efforts.

International Business Times UK

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Khamenei Funeral Puts Iran-US Talks On Hold. Hormuz, Nuclear Program Hold Key To Peace

Slain supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei funeral has put in abeyance peace talks with the US to find a resolution to the Middle East conflict. Iran is also seen as increasingly pushing back on US demands in the negotiations.

International Business Times

Calls for killing of Trump at funeral of Iran supreme leader Ali Khamenei

New supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei still absent from public view as his three brothers stand beside father’s coffin

The Guardian - UK

Iran's unseen leader remains in the shadows

The images emerging from Tehran are striking. Tens of thousands of mourners dressed in black have gathered at the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla for the funeral and lying in state of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, following his assassination on February 28, the first day of joint US-Israeli strikes on…

France 24

Three sons of Iran's slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not successor Mojtaba

Three sons of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prayed beside his coffin and those of four other family members on Sunday, but Mojtaba, the son who has succeeded him as Iran's supreme leader, did not make ‌an appearance.

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US pressure led 13 countries to skip Khamenei's funeral in Iran: Reports

Iran's Tasnim news agency reports 13 nations reportedly withdrew or reduced participation in Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, citing US diplomatic pressure. Washington allegedly warned countries that attending would be an "unfriendly act," potentially impacting aid and bilateral ties.

The Economic Times

US pressured countries to skip Khamenei funeral, at least 13 withdrew or reduced participation: Reports

The United States reportedly waged a diplomatic campaign to dissuade nations from attending the funeral of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian media claims at least 13 countries either withdrew or reduced their delegations following US pressure, with warnings about potential cuts to development aid and implications for…

The Times of India

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei absent from mass funeral for father

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s son and successor was not among the family members and thousands of mourners who turned out Sunday for a second day of ceremonies to honour Iran’s late supreme leader. Mojtaba Khamenei has remained out of the public eye since he was wounded in the strike that killed…

France 24

Iran seeks to tighten control over strait of Hormuz alongside Khamenei funeral

IRGC warnings force ships in strait to turn back as Tehran uses passages from Qur’an to send messages to Gulf delegations

The Guardian - UK

Three of slain Iran leader's sons at funeral, not his successor

TEHRAN - Three sons of slain Iranian leader ‌Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prayed beside his coffin and those of four other family members on Sunday, but Mojtaba, the son who succeeded him as Iran's supreme leader, did not make an appearance.

Bangkok Post

Khamenei's three sons attend funeral prayers; successor Mojtaba remains absent on Day 2

Iran mourned Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, killed in a February 28 airstrike, with prayers and public ceremonies in Tehran. His son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, was notably absent, reportedly injured in the same attack. Millions are expected to pay their respects as the nation grapples with calls for revenge and…

The Economic Times

Eulogist at Khamenei funeral in Iran calls for death of Donald Trump

Trump said in January that he had given “very firm instructions” to “wipe them off the face of this Earth” if Iran ever tried to assassinate him.

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The Times of India

Chants, tears and prayers: Massive crowd gathers in Tehran for Ali Khamenei funeral ceremony - watch

Millions of Iranians are participating in extensive funeral ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran, following his death in an airstrike. The Grand Mosalla complex is overwhelmed with mourners paying respects, with prayers held for Khamenei and family members killed alongside him. Chants of "Death to America!" and "Death…

The Economic Times

'One shot and we can take them all out': Trump on Iranian leadership at Ali Khamenei's funeral

US President Donald Trump claimed Washington could eliminate Iran's leadership with a single strike but is keeping diplomatic channels open. He expressed surprise at public mourning for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, suggesting "fake tears." Iran's embassy in Armenia sharply criticized Trump's remarks. Meanwhile, Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is reportedly…

The Times of India

Where is Mojtaba Khamenei? Iran Supreme Leader missing from father's funeral ceremonies

Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has yet to make a public appearance as thousands of mourners gather in Tehran for the funeral ceremonies of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, raising fresh questions over his whereabouts, health and who is leading the country. The ceremonies entered their second day on…

The Economic Times

Iran prepares casket prayers for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as funeral enters second day

Iran is holding massive funeral ceremonies for its slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who died in an airstrike. Huge crowds have gathered in Tehran to pay their respects, with chants of defiance against the US and Israel echoing. The nation observes a public holiday as processions are planned through the…

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France 24

Hezbollah, Hamas and Houthi officials attend funeral ceremonies for Iran's Khamenei

Tens of thousands of mourners flocked to Tehran's Grand Mosalla Mosque to pay their respects to late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday. Among them were representatives from Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houthis of Yemen, members of the "axis of resistance" that Iran has long supported as part of…

International Business Times

Iran Starts Khamenei Funeral With Stark Warning. A Potential Hormuz Foray By UK-France Irks Tehran

Iran's warning assumes significance as it signals a hardline position on the Strait as backroom negotiations are on to end the conflict despite the shaky ceasefire talks with the US. Iran seeks complete control over the Strait of Hormuz and intends to levy a toll for transit.

The Economic Times

Iran prepares for up to 3,000 deaths at Khamenei's funeral, one of the costliest state funerals in modern history: Report

Iran is preparing for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's funeral with extensive logistical plans, including mass grave preparations for up to 3,000 potential casualties amid extreme heat. Ceremonies span multiple cities, drawing massive crowds and raising security concerns due to past deadly stampedes. Political tensions are also high, with hardliners denouncing…

International Business Times UK

'Death to America': Crowds at Khamenei Funeral Call for Revenge Against US-Israel and Wave '#Killtrump' Banner

Thousands gather in Tehran for Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral, chanting for revenge against the US and Israel.

The Independent UK

Huge crowds mourn Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Iran’s capital

Thousands of people gathered at Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla in Tehran on Saturday, July 4, to pay their respects during a public farewell ceremony for Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in the US-Israeli airstrikes in February.

The Times of India

'Up to 3,000 dead would be okay': Iran braces for mass casualties at Khamenei's funeral - report

Iranian authorities are putting on a show of strength for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's funeral, but behind the scenes, officials are preparing for up to 3,000 deaths, according to Germany's WELT.

The Guardian - UK

Crowds gather as six-day funeral for former Iranian supreme leader begins

Up to 30 million people expected to attend delayed events for Ali Khamenei, killed at start of war with US and Israel

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