Millions of mourners attended the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, with many chanting slogans calling for revenge against the United States and Israel. The week-long remembrance is intended to demonstrate public support for the Iranian government.
The body of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was put on display in Tehran, drawing large crowds expected to participate in days of mourning. Mourners were reported chanting demands for retribution, specifically targeting the US and Israel, according to multiple sources including GB News and RT. Middle East Eye reported mourners chanting “revenge” during the funeral procession.
The Financial Times reported that the week-long remembrance is intended as a demonstration of public support for the regime. RT showed videos of mourners demanding “revenge” for the slain Iranian leader.
GB News stated Iranians called for revenge against the US and Israel as they attended the public funeral. The outlet noted massive crowds descended upon Tehran's Grand Mosalla prayer complex.
No left-leaning sources offered differing details on the events, focusing instead on reporting the scenes of mourning and calls for retribution. No right-leaning sources reported on this story beyond those already cited.
The funeral proceedings are ongoing as of this report.
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