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Iran Holds Memorials for Khamenei Amid Ongoing Conflict

4/10/2026

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On April 9, 2026, Iran held memorial rallies for Ali Khamenei, the late supreme leader, with thousands in Tehran, Urmia, and Gorgan.
Mojtaba Khamenei, the successor, remained out of public view and did not attend.
The attack that killed Ali Khamenei sparked a broader conflict in the Middle East.
Iran targeted U.S. assets and allies.
A state funeral for Khamenei has not yet occurred due to the ongoing war.

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On April 9, 2026, Iran held memorial rallies for Ali Khamenei, the late supreme leader, with thousands in Tehran, Urmia, and Gorgan.
Mojtaba Khamenei, the successor, remained out of public view and did not attend.
The attack that killed Ali Khamenei sparked a broader conflict in the Middle East.
Iran targeted U.S. assets and allies.
A state funeral for Khamenei has not yet occurred due to the ongoing war.