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The Isfahan Patronage: Jewish Community Leader Eulogizes Ali Khamenei as a Protective Figure and Sanctuary

The leader of the Jewish community in Isfahan, Hacham Soleiman Sedigh Poor, has released a remarkably warm statement to Iranian state media, eulogizing the recently assassinated Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei as a sanctuary and source of security for local Jews.
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Saudi Gazette
· Jul 3, 2026
Saudi deputy FM attends Khamenei funeral in Tehran, conveys leadership's condolences
TEHRAN — Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Eng. Waleed Al-Khuraiji conveyed the condolences of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the death of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.**media[2731773]**Al-Khuraiji delivered the condolences while attending an official memorial ceremony held in Tehran on Friday, expressing the sympathies of the Saudi leadership to the Iranian president over the passing of the former supreme leader.
Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jul 11, 2026
Qatari minister says Doha committed to deepening relations with Syria
Damascus, July 11 (SANA) Qatar’s Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, said his meetings in Damascus reflected the close ties between Syria and Qatar and reaffirmed Doha’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. In a post on X, Al-Khulaifi said he was pleased with the “fraternal meeting” in Damascus, []
Tehran Times
· Jul 3, 2026
Persepolis through the eyes of Iran’s martyred leader
TEHRAN – As Iran prepares to bid farewell to its martyred leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, one of the defining moments reflecting his vision of the country’s cultural identity has once again come into focus: his historic visit to the UNESCO-listed Persepolis in 1988, where he described the ancient site as a “valuable treasure” that must be safeguarded for future generations.
Al Jazeera
· Jul 8, 2026
Funeral events for Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Khamenei under way in Iraq
Khamenei's coffin made its way through the streets of Najaf to the shrine of Imam Ali, Prophet Muhammad's son-in-law.
ABNA English
· Jul 11, 2026
"He Was a Man of Action, Not Words": Pakistani Broadcaster Says Leader Sacrificed Himself So Followers Would Never Accept Humiliation
As the funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei continued in the capital, ABNA correspondent spoke with Tayyaba Bukhari, a prominent Pakistani religious broadcaster and head of a charitable foundation, who had traveled to Tehran to pay her respects. She described the leader as a man of action who sacrificed his life so that his followers would never accept humiliation and disgrace.
Presstv
· Jul 3, 2026
Iran’s dignitaries, world leaders, delegations pay tribute to late Ayatollah Khamenei
Top Iranian officials and high-ranking delegations from across the world pay their respects to the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Mehr News Agency
· Jul 7, 2026
Leader’s funeral in Iraq deepen Tehran-Baghdad relations
TEHRAN, Jul. 07 (MNA) – The upcoming funeral of martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in Iraq will prove the profound spiritual ties between Iranian and Iraqi nations and further strengthen their unity and amity.
The Hill
· Jul 3, 2026
Iran welcomes foreign leaders for Ayatollah Khameinei's state funeral
A stream of foreign dignitaries, officials and mourners gathered in Tehran on Friday to pay their respects to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed by U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on Feb. 28 that triggered the war. Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, a key mediator in the U.S.-Iran talks to end the war, joined mourners...
Iran Herald
· Jul 9, 2026
Iran FM Araghchi thanks Iraq for Khamenei's funeral arrangements
Tehran [Iran], July 9 (ANI): Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday (local time) thanked Iraq's government, people and religious authorities for their role in the funeral ceremonies of former Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, highlighting the deep-rooted ties between the two neighbouring countries.In a post on X, Araghchi said, 'All gratitude and appreciation to the brotherly Iraq
Nepal News
· Jul 3, 2026
खामेनीको अन्त्येष्टिअघि वाहिदी सार्वजनिक
तेहरान। इरानका सर्वोच्च नेता अयातुल्ला अली खामेनीको शुक्रबारदेखि सुरु हुने दिनभरको अन्त्येष्टि कार्यक्रमको तयारी भइरहेका बेला लामो समयदेखि सार्वजनिक रूपमा नदेखिएका इरानको अर्धसैनिक क्रान्तिकारी गार्डका प्रमुख जनरल अहमद वाहिदी अचानक सार्वजनिक रूपमा देखिएका छन्। इरानी राज्य सञ्चारमाध्यमले सार्वजनिक गरेका तस्बिर र भिडियोमा उहाँ अन्त्येष्टिसम्बन्धी बैठकमा सहभागी भएको तथा तेहरानस्थित खामेनीको पूर्व निवास नजिक आयोजना गरिएको []
Hananya Naftali
· Jul 3, 2026
[Photo] Iranian channels report Khamenei's coffin has been moved to the Imam Khomeini Mos [...]
Iranian channels report Khamenei's coffin has been moved to the Imam Khomeini Mosque in Tehran ahead of his funeral, with international delegations arriving to pay respects to the martyred Imam. Army Commander Gen. Amir Khatami declared: With even greater determination we say to Iran's enemies: we will avenge the blood of our martyred leader. A newly erected statue of Khamenei's fist has appeared in Tehran's Revolution Square.
Qatar News Agency
· Jun 29, 2026
Jordan Expresses Full Solidarity with Qatar After Martyrdom of Citizen
Amman, June 29 (QNA) - Jordan affirmed its full solidarity with the State of Qatar after the martyrdom of a Qatari citizen who was killed by shrapnel resulting from military operations in the region. The incident also left a resident injured.
World Israel News
· Jul 12, 2026
WATCH: Dearborn Islamic scholar praises Ali Khamenei’s ‘strong and brave positions’
Shiite scholar Ahmed Qazwini praised former Iranian leader Ali Khamenei as someone who died for his values, constantly stood up for the Palestinians, and fought against the Zionists. The post WATCH: Dearborn Islamic scholar praises Ali Khamenei’s ‘strong and brave positions’ appeared first on World Israel News.
World Politics Review
· Jun 30, 2026
Iran’s Leaders Are Weaponizing Ali Khamenei’s Legacy
The Islamic Republic’s religious establishment has spent months building a symbolic bridge between Khamenei and the slain seventh-century Imam Hussein. The post Iran’s Leaders Are Weaponizing Ali Khamenei’s Legacy appeared first on World Politics Review.
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 3, 2026
Jenazah Khamenei tiba di Grand Mosalla, jutaan dijangka hadiri upacara pengebumian
TEHERAN: Jenazah Pemimpin Tertinggi Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei yang terbunuh dalam serangan Amerika Syarikat (AS)-Israel, tiba di Kompleks Keagamaan Grand Mosalla di Teheran pada Jumaat menjelang upacara pengebumiannya, menurut laporan media kerajaan. Agensi berita rasmi IRNA melaporkan jenazah Khamenei dibawa ke Kompleks Grand Mosalla Imam Khomeini, nama rasmi kompleks berkenaan bagi istiadat penghormatan terakhir. Persiapan ... Read more The post Jenazah Khamenei tiba di Grand Mosalla, jutaan dijangka hadiri upacara pengebumian appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
Ya Libnan
· Jul 5, 2026
Momentary unity at a funeral masks deep divisions among Iran’s leaders
Iranian officials standing next to the coffin of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on the first day of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.Credit Arash Khamooshi/Polaris for The New York Times Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei’s absence has raised questions inside Iranian political circles about who is really running the country and allowed open divisions to fester. []
Times of India
· Jul 4, 2026
Tiny coffin beside Ali Khamenei's: 14-month-old granddaughter honoured at Iran Supreme Leader's funeral
Iran mourned its late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei with funeral ceremonies in Tehran, where his coffin was displayed alongside that of his 14-month-old granddaughter, killed in an Israeli airstrike. The event also honored other family members, including his son-in-law and daughter. Thousands gathered for prayers, with traditional practices observed. The funeral procession is expected to span several days and locations, including neighboring Iraq.
Al-Monitor
· Jul 3, 2026
Iran leaders pay last respects to Khamenei as mourners gather
Top Iranian officials on Friday paid their final respects to the country's slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei at the start of a week of funeral ceremonies, with allies and mourners converging on Tehran where his body is lying in state.Authorities expect public mourning and grand processions to attract millions before Khamenei's burial next week, four months after he was killed aged 86 at his compound in the opening US-Israeli salvo of the Middle East war.
DNyuz
· Jul 6, 2026
Khamenei’s Funeral Is Meant to Project Strength. But Iran’s New Leader Has Yet to Appear
A man holds a picture of Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei at the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque during funeral ceremonies for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family in Tehran on July 5, 2026. —Altaf Qadri—AP Tens of thousands of mourners packed Tehran on Sunday amid a six-day []
Proto Thema - English
· Jul 4, 2026
Ali Khamenei’s body in public pilgrimage: A sea of people on the streets of Tehran (video-photos)
Under tight security and with the eyes of the international community fixed on Tehran, Iran bids farewell to Ali Khamenei through six days of memorial ceremonies – The country's leadership seeks to project a message of unity and resilience The post Ali Khamenei’s body in public pilgrimage: A sea of people on the streets of Tehran (video-photos) appeared first on ProtoThema English.
TASS
· Jul 9, 2026
Iran’s late Supreme Leader Khamenei laid to rest in Meshhed
Khamenei was buried at the Imam Reza Holy Shrine, alongside his family members who were also killed as a result of US-Israeli bombings
Egypt Independent
· Jul 6, 2026
Mourners carry flags and chant as they throng Tehran streets for Khamenei funeral
Black-clad crowds of mourners poured onto the streets of central Tehran from dawn on Monday morning, ahead of the funeral procession for the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. “It is a must for us to be here. He was our imam,” Ali, 59, told CNN. Being here showed the solidarity of the people of Iran, The post Mourners carry flags and chant as they throng Tehran streets for Khamenei funeral appeared first on Egypt Independent.
teleSUR English
· Jul 3, 2026
Iran Opens Funeral Ceremonies for Slain Supreme Leader Khamenei in Tehran
Iran commenced a formal state tribute for assassinated Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei at a central Tehran mosque on Friday, drawing senior domestic officials and foreign envoys from nearly 100 countries, four months after his death on the first day of the U.S.-Israeli war of aggression. The flag‑draped casket of the late ayatollah was moved to []
South China Morning Post
· Jul 9, 2026
Iran mourners defiant as Khamenei buried: ‘only revenge can soothe the pain’
Calling for revenge and rejecting any compromise with the West, Iranians loyal to the Islamic republic massed on Thursday late into the night for the burial of supreme leader Ali Khamenei in his hometown of Mashhad, as the country traded more attacks with the US. Khamenei was buried Friday, state television reported, following a ceremony at which his son and successor was not seen. The “body of the martyred leader of the Islamic Revolution was buried in the memorial hall of the shrine of Imam...
Reuters
· Jul 4, 2026
Iran holds farewell ceremony for Khamenei
Iranians gathered at Tehran's Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla to pay their respects to late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #iran #khamenei Read the story here: https://reut.rs/3SI2ozy 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en
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