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Iran Prepares for Historic Funeral of Ali Khamenei with Up to 35 Million Attendees
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 1 day ago
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Iran is set to hold a massive state funeral for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei from July 4 to 9, 2026, expecting up to 35 million attendees amid unprecedented security measures. The event follows a four-month delay due to war and security concerns and will test the regime's stability under Khamenei's son and successor, Mojtaba.
- 01Iran schedules Ali Khamenei's funeral from July 4-9, 2026, after a four-month delay.
- 02Up to 35 million people are expected to attend ceremonies across Iran, including 20 million in Tehran.
- 03Funeral events include public viewing, a massive procession, and burial in Mashhad.
- 04Security concerns and ongoing war caused the burial delay, despite Islamic burial laws.
- 05Delegations from multiple countries will attend to honor the former leader.
- 06Khamenei's son Mojtaba, the new Supreme Leader, remains largely unseen amid succession uncertainty.
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