News · 3 June 2026

Up to 20 million expected for Khamenei's Iran funeral

Millions of people are getting ready to attend the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Iran, with massive crowds expected. Iranian officials said on Tuesday his body will be buried in Mashhad after processions through Tehran and other cities. In Tehran, an estimated 20 million individuals are expected, and the event taking place there is slated to run for no less than a full day.

By BriefTea Editorial · 3 June 2026 at 8:34

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