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Protests Erupt in Iran After Khamenei’s Death Amid Conflict

3/6/2026

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On March 6, 2026, supporters of Iran's slain supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei protested in Tehran after Friday prayers, mourning his death amid escalating conflict.
Crowds gathered outside the Grand Mosque of Imam Khomeini, with many wearing black and waving Iranian flags.
Similar protests occurred in cities like Ilam and Zahedan following the conflict that began on February 28, which resulted in nearly 1,000 Iranian casualties.
Iranian attacks reportedly killed at least 10 people in Israel, and six US military personnel were also reported dead.

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On March 6, 2026, supporters of Iran's slain supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei protested in Tehran after Friday prayers, mourning his death amid escalating conflict.
Crowds gathered outside the Grand Mosque of Imam Khomeini, with many wearing black and waving Iranian flags.
Similar protests occurred in cities like Ilam and Zahedan following the conflict that began on February 28, which resulted in nearly 1,000 Iranian casualties.
Iranian attacks reportedly killed at least 10 people in Israel, and six US military personnel were also reported dead.