Thousands on streets in Iranian capital for former supreme leader’s funeral procession
Thousands have gathered in Tehran for the funeral procession of Iran's former supreme leader.
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A massive crowd of mourners has filled the streets of Tehran to attend the funeral procession of the former supreme leader. According to NBC News, the event included the hanging of an effigy of Donald Trump as the coffin moved through the crowds.
Coverage from the BBC, The New York Times, and NBC News emphasizes the scale of the gathering, describing it as a human tide. India Today reports that Iran has expressed thanks to India, while noting reports that US threats led 13 countries to avoid attending.
Attention remains on the international response to the procession and the specific diplomatic tensions involving the United States and the 13 absent nations.
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Quick answers
Where is the funeral procession taking place?
The procession is occurring in Tehran, the capital of Iran.
Which countries were reportedly deterred from attending?
India Today reports that 13 countries stayed away due to US threats.
Were there any political demonstrations during the event?
NBC News reports that an effigy of Trump was hanged during the procession.
Coverage (4)
- Joining a Human Tide of Mourners Flowing Through Tehran’s Streets The New York Times · 17h ago
- Khamenei funeral: Iran thanks India, report says US threats made 13 countries stay away India Today · 17h ago
- Supreme leader’s coffin creeps through crowds in Tehran as Trump effigy is hanged NBC News · 17h ago
- Thousands on streets in Iranian capital for former supreme leader’s funeral procession BBC · 17h ago
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