Thousands attend funeral procession of Iran's late Supreme Leader Khamenei in Tehran
Al Jazeera1 min read109 words
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for a solemn public procession honoring the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who passed away on 5 April. The ceremony, organized by the state, saw crowds lining the streets of the capital to pay their respects as the leader’s body was carried in a dignified march to his final resting place.
The event underscored Khamenei’s enduring influence on Iran’s political landscape, as he had served as Supreme Leader since 1989. Officials noted the large turnout as a testament to his legacy, while the procession followed traditional Islamic funeral rites, reflecting the nation’s collective mourning and the transition to a new era of governance.
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