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Iranian Hebrew-Speaker Describes Low Turnout and Tensions at Khamenei Funeral

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First reported by Kan News · Jul 6, 2026

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An Iranian Hebrew-speaking resident in Tehran described low turnout and internal tensions at Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's funeral, contradicting official reports of massive crowds. He said many Iranians were indifferent to the mourning days, using the break for leisure, and highlighted skepticism about U.S. intentions compared to Israel's opposition to the regime.

01Iran declared four days of mourning for Khamenei but failed to fill even the largest mosque.
02Tensions arose between Revolutionary Guards and Basij over poor funeral organization.
03State TV used close-up shots to exaggerate crowd size at the funeral.
04Many Iranians were indifferent, using the mourning days as a holiday.
05Some call the break the 'Khamenei party' due to its leisure use.
06Iranians are disappointed with the U.S. but see Israel as a stronger opponent to the regime.

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