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Not Mojtaba! Identity of lookalike who grabbed attention at Khamenei's funeral unveiled
ALBAWABA - Photos and clips of a mysterious man, who was believed to be the supreme leader of Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei, during the funeral of slain Ali Khamenei, triggered controversy online, but who is he?Mojtaba refrained from attending the funeral of his father, former supreme leader of the Islamic Republic, Ali Khamenei, over security concerns amid tension with the United States...
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CNN
· Jul 11, 2026
Mojtaba Khamenei’s absence sparks internet mystery
A masked figure at the burial ceremony of Iran’s slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei has sparked speculation online, with some suggesting it may be his son, Mojtaba, the new supreme leader of Iran, who has not been seen in public during the funeral events.
Metro
· Jul 3, 2026
Coronation Street star ‘heartbroken’ after devastating loss: ‘Saddest day of my life’
The actor shared berveament on social media, along with a moving tribute.
Yen.com.gh
· Jul 3, 2026
Grief as Kumawood actress Akyere Bruwaa mourns Ghanaian highlife legend Asonaba Konadu’s demise
Kumawood actress Akyere Bruwaa's TikTok post mourned the death of highlife icon Asonaba Konadu, sparking heartfelt tributes celebrating his legacy in Ghanaian music.
Sky News Australia
· Jul 7, 2026
Mojtaba’s absence from Ali Khamenei’s funeral reignites speculation over his fate
Sky News host James Macpherson reacts to the funeral of former Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei as millions gather to mourn his loss. “The son who now matters most, new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, was nowhere to be seen,” Mr Macpherson said. “Mojtaba was wounded in the same Israeli strike that killed his father, but four months on, he’s not been seen in public. “It was your classic supreme leader funeral, with a bit of open incitement, crowds chanting revenge and a regime poet declaring Trump’s assassination ‘our duty’.”
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 6, 2026
Kes kematian Wan Ahmad Faris ditutup, keluarga hormat keputusan AGC
KOTA BHARU: Keluarga Allahyarham Wan Ahmad Faris Wan Abdul Rahman yang ditemukan mati dalam keadaan tergantung pada 2013, menghormati keputusan Jabatan Peguam Negara (AGC) mengklasifikasikan kes tersebut sebagai tiada tindakan lanjut (NFA). Ibunya, Ruhani Hussain, 71, berkata, ia dibuat selepas siasatan tidak menemukan bukti yang membolehkan mana-mana individu didakwa berhubung kematian Allahyarham. “Walaupun siasatan forensik ... Read more The post Kes kematian Wan Ahmad Faris ditutup, keluarga hormat keputusan AGC appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
DawnNews English
· Jul 9, 2026
MOMENT: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s Coffin Carried Through Imam Reza Shrine Before Burial in Mashhad
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s coffin was carried through the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad ahead of his burial, as large crowds of mourners gathered to pay their final respects. The solemn procession marked one of the final stages of the funeral ceremonies in one of Iran’s holiest religious sites. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 #iran #khamenei #mashhad #imamrezashrine #middleeast #worldnews #breakingnews #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews
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Related coverage for "Not Mojtaba! Identity of lookalike who grabbed attention at Khamenei's funeral unveiled": CNN — Mojtaba Khamenei’s absence sparks internet mystery. Metro — Coronation Street star ‘heartbroken’ after devastating loss: ‘Saddest day of my life’. Yen.com.gh — Grief as Kumawood actress Akyere Bruwaa mourns Ghanaian highlife legend Asonaba Konadu’s demise. Sky News Australia — Mojtaba’s absence from Ali Khamenei’s funeral reignites speculation over his fate. Utusan Malaysia — Kes kematian Wan Ahmad Faris ditutup, keluarga hormat keputusan AGC. DawnNews English — MOMENT: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s Coffin Carried Through Imam Reza Shrine Before Burial in Mashhad