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'We must avenge': Iran prepares funeral of millions for Ali Khamenei

Iran enters a period of mass mourning and funeral preparations following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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🇬🇧 English Jul 2, 01:07 UTC
🇫🇷 French Jul 2, 02:42 UTC · BFM
🇧🇷 Portuguese Jul 2, 11:57 UTC · G1
🇮🇹 Italian Jul 2, 20:16 UTC · RaiNews
🇩🇪 German Jul 3, 18:03 UTC · Spiegel

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📍 How it ended

The funeral ceremonies for Ali Khamenei opened in Tehran with millions of mourners lining the streets and the ayatollah lying in state. Invitations were extended to several foreign political figures, and the burial was scheduled for July 9 amid extensive security operations.

Epilogue added 41d ago, after coverage quieted.

The brief

Funeral ceremonies for the late leader Ali Khamenei are currently underway in Iran, with the body lying in state as the nation prepares for a burial scheduled for July 9. Massive security operations are reported in association with the proceedings. Coverage from outlets including France 24, AP News, Al Jazeera, and Fox News highlights the expectation of millions of mourners in Tehran.

Reports from The Hindu and Hindustan Times note that international invitations have been extended to political figures including Mallikarjun Kharge, Salman Khurshid, and Pawan Khera. Iran International reports that historical funeral precedents remain a point of discussion regarding the upcoming event. Observers are tracking the attendance of key figures, such as Mojtaba Khamenei, as the nation proceeds toward the July 9 burial.

Official updates do not yet specify the full list of international attendees or the final security protocols for the event.

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Quick answers

When is the funeral for Ali Khamenei scheduled?

The burial is set for July 9, 2026.

Who has been invited to the funeral from India?

According to coverage, invitations were extended to Mallikarjun Kharge, Salman Khurshid, Pawan Khera, and Nitin Nabin.

Will Mojtaba Khamenei attend the funeral?

Coverage does not yet specify whether Mojtaba Khamenei will attend the ceremony.

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