Millions Gather in Tehran for Supreme Leader Khamenei Funeral

Vast crowds converged on Tehran on July 6 for the funeral procession of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with authorities estimating that millions of people lined the streets. The final public tribute is scheduled to last approximately ten hours, during which mourners will witness the state‑sponsored ceremony and pay their respects to the former leader.

The procession, which has drawn people from across the country, is part of a broader national mourning period that includes flags at half‑mast, moments of silence, and memorial services in major cities. Officials have arranged extensive security measures to manage the large crowds and to ensure the smooth flow of the event.

Reza Sayah of France 24 has reported that the ceremony will feature traditional Islamic rites, speeches by senior clerics, and a display of the national flag. The event is expected to conclude with a final tribute at the mausoleum, marking the end of the public mourning period.