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Mass turnout at martyred Leader’s funeral reflects global awakening: Anti-terrorism group
The Association for Defending Victims of Terrorism says the large public participation in the funeral ceremonies for Iran's martyred Leader demonstrates growing international awareness of injustice and state terrorism.
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Presstv
· Jul 7, 2026
Ayatollah Khamenei’s martyrdom strengthens Islamic unity: Yemeni official
A senior Yemeni official attending the funeral ceremonies for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution says the martyrdom will serve as a new starting point for the mobilization and awakening of future generations.
Mehr News Agency
· Jul 7, 2026
10 strategic messages of Leader's funeral ceremony
TEHRAN, Jul. 07 (MNA) – The funeral ceremony of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, turned into a multi-layered event with political, social, and geopolitical messages.
ABNA English
· Jul 8, 2026
Moment by moment coverage of the historic funeral procession of the sacred body of the martyred leader of Iran in Iraq
The funeral ceremony for the sacred body of the martyred leader of the Islamic Revolution and his martyred family is being held today in Iraq.
Tehran Times
· Jul 4, 2026
What slogans do the mourning crowds chant?
TEHRAN- The funeral and farewell ceremony for the martyred leader of the Islamic Revolution of Iran, Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei, is far more than a simple ritual of bidding farewell to a political or religious figure. It is a scene where grief, loyalty, and the redefinition of the bond between the social body and the leadership of the system unfold simultaneously.
Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jul 4, 2026
Araghchi: Iran appreciates countries’ participation in martyr leader commemoration
Araghchi: Iran appreciates countries’ participation in martyr leader commemoration
Reuters
· Jul 8, 2026
LIVE: Funeral ceremony for Iran's Khamenei in Iraq
Thousands of Iraqis and others from across the region attend the international funeral ceremony in Najaf followed by another ceremony in Karbala for the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei #Khamenei #funeral #procession #ceremony #prayer #Najaf # Karbala #Iraq #AliKhamenei #Ayatollah #live #Reuters #news Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/
DawnNews English
· Jul 7, 2026
WATCH: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s Coffin Arrives in Iraq | Najaf Prepares Massive Funeral Procession |
The coffin of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has arrived in Iraq ahead of a major funeral procession in the holy city of Najaf. Thousands of mourners and religious figures are expected to take part in ceremonies marking the final stage of his journey. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #khamenei #iran #iraq #najaf #middleeast #worldnews #geopolitics #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews
Nepal News
· Jul 5, 2026
तनावकाबीच इरानले यसरी गर्दैछ सर्वोच्च नेता खामेनेईको अन्त्येष्टि
काठमाडौँ । इरानले शनिबार बिहानदेखि दिवंगत सर्वोच्च नेता आयतोल्लाह अली खामेनीको सार्वजनिक अन्त्येष्टि समारोहको औपचारिक सुरुआत गरेको छ। अली खामेनेईको सम्झनामा इरानको राजधानी तेहरानमा सार्वजनिक शोक र अन्त्येष्टि कार्यक्रम चलिरहेको छ। सरकारी टेलिभिजनका अनुसार अन्त्येष्टिअघि छ दिनसम्म सार्वजनिक श्रद्धाञ्जली कार्यक्रम सञ्चालन गरिनेछ। यस अवधिमा इराकमा पनि शोक र्यालीहरू आयोजना गरिने कार्यक्रम रहेको छ। घटनास्थलमा रहेका []
The Suburban
· Jul 8, 2026
civic funeral
civic funeral
The Cradle
· Jul 9, 2026
‘Final journey’: Khamenei’s casket arrives in home city of Mashhad for burial
The burial comes after the late supreme leader’s body passed through massive crowds of mourners in multiple Iranian and Iraqi cities
The Daily Wire
· Jul 2, 2026
Iran Wants The World To See One Thing At Khamenei’s Funeral
The Iranian regime is betting a historic turnout at former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s funeral will send a message of national unity and legitimacy by rallying mourners under the slogan “We Must Rise.” The funeral ceremonies, beginning Friday, will span Iran and Iraq over several days. After lying in state in Tehran, Khamenei’s body will ...
Yemen Press Agency
· Jul 2, 2026
Death toll of ongoing Israeli aggression on Lebanon rises to 4,298
BEIRUT, July 02 (YPA) – The death toll from the Israeli aggression on Lebanon rose to 16,494 on Thursday, including 4,298 martyrs and 12,196 wounded since the escalation began on March 2. In its daily report, the Lebanese Ministry of Health said that the number of martyrs increased by one in the past 24 hours. []
Times of India
· Jul 4, 2026
Mass grief at funeral projects hardline grip on post-war Iran
Tens of thousands mourned Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his family in Tehran following his death in early airstrikes of the US-Israeli war. The nation is staging week-long funeral processions, showcasing public devotion to the Islamic Republic. Mourners expressed deep anger and vowed revenge against the United States, highlighting the ongoing tensions and the symbolic significance of martyrdom in Iran's theocratic system.
The Eastern Herald
· Jul 3, 2026
Iran Buries Khamenei as 20 Million Mourn and World Signals Who Stands With Tehran
The funeral that began Friday in Tehran is Iran's first public answer to the strike that killed Khamenei in February: a seven-day ceremony drawing 20 million mourners and leaders from 100 countries, each attendance a signal that needs no translation.
Punching Bag Post
· Jul 6, 2026
Funeral of Iran’s Khamanei Echoes With Calls for Death and Revenge Against America
A Funeral Filled With Threats The funeral of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was supposed to be a solemn farewell to the man who ruled the Islamic Republic for decades. Instead, it became a massive display of hatred directed toward the United States, Israel, President Donald Trump, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. [] The post Funeral of Iran’s Khamanei Echoes With Calls for Death and Revenge Against America appeared first on The Punching Bag Post.
Washington Examiner
· Jul 9, 2026
Iranians wave banners reading ‘WE WILL KILL TRUMP’ at Ali Khamenei’s funeral
Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s funeral on Thursday attracted large crowds of mourners wishing death upon President Donald Trump, after he launched the war that killed the Islamist figure in February. Funeral events reached their culmination this week, as mourners reached the country’s holiest shrine for Khamenei’s burial at the Shrine of Imam Reza in []
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Related coverage for "Mass turnout at martyred Leader’s funeral reflects global awakening: Anti-terrorism group": Presstv — Ayatollah Khamenei’s martyrdom strengthens Islamic unity: Yemeni official. Mehr News Agency — 10 strategic messages of Leader's funeral ceremony. ABNA English — Moment by moment coverage of the historic funeral procession of the sacred body of the martyred leader of Iran in Iraq. Tehran Times — What slogans do the mourning crowds chant?. Yemen News Agency - SABA — Araghchi: Iran appreciates countries’ participation in martyr leader commemoration. Reuters — LIVE: Funeral ceremony for Iran's Khamenei in Iraq. DawnNews English — WATCH: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s Coffin Arrives in Iraq | Najaf Prepares Massive Funeral Procession |. Nepal News — तनावकाबीच इरानले यसरी गर्दैछ सर्वोच्च नेता खामेनेईको अन्त्येष्टि. The Suburban — civic funeral. The Cradle — ‘Final journey’: Khamenei’s casket arrives in home city of Mashhad for burial. The Daily Wire — Iran Wants The World To See One Thing At Khamenei’s Funeral. Yemen Press Agency — Death toll of ongoing Israeli aggression on Lebanon rises to 4,298. Times of India — Mass grief at funeral projects hardline grip on post-war Iran. The Eastern Herald — Iran Buries Khamenei as 20 Million Mourn and World Signals Who Stands With Tehran. Punching Bag Post — Funeral of Iran’s Khamanei Echoes With Calls for Death and Revenge Against America. Washington Examiner — Iranians wave banners reading ‘WE WILL KILL TRUMP’ at Ali Khamenei’s funeral