Thousands of Iranians gathered in the city of Mashhad on July 9, 2026, to attend the funeral of the slain supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Despite the sweltering heat, mourners came together in his hometown to pay their respects in a mass funeral event.

The funeral marked a significant moment for the nation as it mourned the loss of its leader. The gathering was notable for the large turnout despite challenging weather conditions.

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