Iran comes to a standstill: Massive crowds gather in Tehran for Ali Khamenei’s final farewell

Thousands of Iranians gathered in Tehran to pay their final respects during the state funeral procession for late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Crowds lined major streets as Khamenei’s coffin was carried through the capital on a flat-bed truck, with mourners waving flags, chanting slogans, and expressing grief. Some attendees spoke of deep personal loss, while others vowed revenge following the leader’s death. Iran has declared a week of national mourning, with ceremonies planned across Iran and Iraq before the final burial at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad. The funeral comes at a pivotal moment for Iran’s political and religious leadership.