‘We are Iran’s true missiles’: millions gather in Tehran for day four of Ali Khamenei’s funeral
Millions of Iranians gathered in Tehran for the funeral of former supreme leader Ali Khamenei, characterized by displays of grief, anger, and national defiance. Participants expressed strong anti-US sentiment and pride in Iranian identity amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Why it matters
Large-scale public demonstrations in Iran provide insight into the domestic political climate and the public's reaction to the death of a major state figure.
People attending funeral procession in Iran’s capital express feelings of grief, anger and desire for vengeance. People attending funeral procession in Iran’s capital express feelings of grief, anger and desire for vengeance. Iran ‘We are Iran’s true missiles’: millions gather in Tehran for day four of Ali Khamenei’s funeral Drums, chants and much talk of revenge fills the air as ‘voice of the Iranian nation’ marches in temperatures of 36C
The narrative focuses on the emotional state of the crowd and emphasizes the 'defiance' against Western powers, which is a common framing in Western liberal media.
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