Millions mourn as Tehran holds funeral for Leader

Crowds began moving before dawn along Damavand Street, Imam Hossein Square, Enghelab and Azadi Streets, Azadi Square and the Shahid Lashkari highway, retracing the routes announced for the final farewell. The procession drew an epic turnout, with millions participating in the march. The funeral procession marks the end of several days of commemoration in Tehran that began Friday with foreign dignitaries paying respects, followed by two full days of public farewell at the Grand Mosalla and a funeral prayer on Sunday.

According to Mehr News, the event saw an unprecedented number of mourners, reflecting the deep reverence for the late Leader. The streets were filled with people carrying portraits and flags, chanting slogans in his honor. Security forces managed the massive crowds, ensuring the procession proceeded smoothly.

The funeral rites included a prayer led by senior clerics, and the body was later transported for burial. The ceremony concluded with a final farewell at Azadi Square, where the Leader's coffin was taken for interment. The event was broadcast live on state television, with millions more watching from home.