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The funeral of Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, drew large crowds of mourners, senior government officials, military commanders, and foreign delegations to Tehran. The ceremony marked the end of Khamenei’s decades-long leadership, during which he played a central role in shaping political, military, and foreign policies.
Supporters gathered to pay tribute to the late leader, describing him as a symbol of resistance and continuity for the Islamic Republic. State-organized ceremonies included prayers, funeral processions, and official commemorations attended by political and religious figures.
