BBC in Tehran as mourners gather for former supreme leader's funeral
Iranian authorities say they expect millions of people to take part in funeral commemorations for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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IRAN-TEHRAN-FAREWELL CEREMONY-LATE SUPREME LEADER-AYATOLLAH ALI KHAMENEI
(260704) -- TEHRAN, July 4, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People attend a farewell ceremony for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, July 4, 2026. A two-day farewell ceremony for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began here at Imam Khomeini's Mosalla prayer hall on Saturday morning, drawing huge crowds from across the country.
The Funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei
Iran’s new leaders are commemorating Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed on the first day of the U. S. -Israeli war against the country, with a funeral unlike any other in recent history.
US had no reason to attack Iran Medvedev
Russias ex-president went to Tehran to pay his last respects to late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei The US-Israeli attack on Iran earlier this year was completely unprovoked, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has stated on his way back from the Islamic Republic.
US had no reason to attack Iran - Medvedev
Russia's ex-president went to Tehran to pay his last respects to late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei The US-Israeli attack on Iran earlier this year was completely unprovoked, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has stated on his way back from the Islamic Republic.
Grieving Crowds Mourn for Martyred Leader
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A wave of sorrow swept through the Grand Musalla of Tehran as people gathered for the farewell ceremony of martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, openly expressing grief and mourning.
Iran begins six-day state funeral for Ali Khamenei
Iran begins six-day state funeral for Ali Khamenei Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 07/04/2026 - 14:39 Millions are expected to attend funeral ceremonies in Tehran as world leaders arrive, and attention turns to the new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei Mourners gather at the Grand Mosalla to pay their final respects to Iran's assassinated Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on 4 July 2026 (Atta Kenare/AFP) Off Massive crowds of Iranians gathered in Tehran on Saturday as the country began six days of funeral ceremonies for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, more than four months after he was killed on the opening day of the US- Israel war on Iran. His coffin, draped beneath his black turban, was placed at the Grand Mosalla in the capital. Mourners, many dressed in black, began arriving before dawn.
Pakistan Senate Chief Says Iran’s Progress Key to Regional Peace
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Chairman of Pakistan’s Senate Yousaf Raza Gilani said Iran’s continued progress would contribute to peace and stability in the region, as he called for stronger parliamentary cooperation with Iran.
Iran's media says former Supreme Leader's funeral marks onset of "Great Khamenei Era"
Tehran [Iran], July 4 (ANI): President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) said the farewell ceremony for the former Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, marks the beginning of the 'Great Khamenei Era'.
First Day of Massive Farewell Ceremonies for Martyred Leader in Tehran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Hundreds of thousands of mourners from Iran and other countries have gathered at Tehran's Grand Mosalla on the first day of mourning ceremonies honoring the martyred leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei.
Iranians Pay Homage to Martyred Leader
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – People have gathered at Tehran’s Grand Musalla to attend the farewell ceremonies for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, paying their final respects ahead of the funeral procession.
Funeral Prayer for Martyred Leader Set for Sunday in Tehran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Funeral prayers for martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei and four members of his family who were martyred alongside him will be held at Tehran's Grand Musalla on Sunday morning, as Iran continues nationwide farewell ceremonies.
People Pay Tribute to Martyred Leader in Tehran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranians from across the country gathered at Tehran’s Grand Musalla on Saturday to attend the first day of farewell ceremonies for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, paying their final respects ahead of the funeral procession.
Will Iran’s New Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, Attend His Father’s Funeral?
Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen in public since March, after his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in an Israeli strike.
Mourners gather in Tehran for funeral of former Iranian supreme leader, Ali Khamenei – video
Thousands gathered at the gates of the Grand Mosalla mosque in central Tehran for the funeral of the former Iranian supreme leader. Iran is staging mass funeral processions for Ali Khamenei, whose 37-year reign was brought to an end in February by the first airstrike of the war launched by the US and Israel. The streets surrounding the mosque were already full by early morning as Iranians, some having travelled for hours and many carrying flags, made their way to an event designed to emphasise the country’s sense of loss at the killing of the supreme leader and desire for revenge against the west Crowds gather as six-day funeral for former Iranian supreme leader begins Continue reading...
Thousands flock to Tehran to mourn slain Supreme Leader
Thousands flock to Tehran to mourn slain Supreme Leader Thousands of mourners thronged to Tehran to pay their respect to Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ali Khameini on Saturday. Sprayed with mists of water to keep cool in temperatures that may nudge 40C in Tehran over the next days, thousands of women and men filled the Grand Mosalla religious complex in Tehran. "The leader was a father to us all.
Pezeshkian Praises Turkey’s Support for Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for stronger cooperation among Islamic countries to enhance regional stability and development, while thanking Turkey for its solidarity following the recent US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran.
Iran’s Unity Strengthened by Recent Aggression: President
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the recent US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran backfired by strengthening national unity, stressing that the country will not bow to pressure or coercion.
What to Know About Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as His Funeral Services Begin in Iran
Iran’s longstanding supreme leader concentrated power, presided over crackdowns and built an armed proxy network that projected influence across the Middle East.
Behind the funeral: Khamenei’s coffin becomes stage for Iran’s wounded power
As Ali Khamenei’s coffin is carried through days of state-orchestrated mourning, the Islamic Republic is trying to recast a humiliating wartime death as martyrdom, continuity and power, and repair a system wounded by war and public distrust.
