Massive crowds mourn Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei at funeral

In early July 2026, huge crowds gathered in Tehran, Iran, for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated. Millions of mourners filled the streets, with chants of 'Death to America, Death to Israel' echoing at the event. The funeral was marked by a mix of emotion and political defiance, as top Iranian officials attended to pay their respects.

Notably, Khamenei's son Mojtaba was absent from the funeral, drawing attention. During the ceremony, a speaker called for killing President Donald Trump, and posters and graffiti urged death to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The event highlighted both the deep mourning for Khamenei and the ongoing hostility toward the U.S. and Israel.