Iran's supreme leader absent as senior officials attend ayatollah's funeral

Ali Khamenei's son Mojtaba is conspicuously absent from his father's funeral on Sunday, amid speculation about his condition.

Mourners Chant ‘Revenge’ at Funeral Prayers for Iran’s Slain Supreme Leader

On the second day of public mourning for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in February, there was still no sign of his son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei.

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Tehran sees crowds gather to pray on second day of funeral ceremonies for Iran's Ali Khamenei

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Three sons of Iran's slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor

Iranian state TV showed Khamenei's sons Mostafa, Meysam and Masoud praying at the funeral. Supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei was not seen.

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Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei holds ‘positive’ view of China, ambassador says

Iran’s new supreme leader shares his late father’s “positive” view of relations with China, Tehran’s ambassador told a security forum in Beijing at the weekend. Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli also suggested that while Tehran would charge “service fees” for vessels using the Strait of Hormuz, China may receive “special” treatment because it was a “friendly” nation. “[Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s] view, as well as that of our martyred leader, regarding Iran’s relationship with China has been...

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Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei absent from mass funeral for father

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s son and successor was not among the family members and thousands of mourners who turned out Sunday for a second day of ceremonies to honour Iran’s late supreme leader. Mojtaba Khamenei has remained out of the public eye since he was wounded in the strike that killed his father.

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Calls for revenge as senior Iranian officials appear in public for supreme leader's funeral

Iran’s top officials and brothers of the country’s new supreme leader have emerged into public view to attend the funeral prayers for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, signaling confidence in their safety as Iran pushes back on U.S. demands in negotiations to permanently end the war

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Where is Mojtaba? Iran's new Supreme Leader skips father Ali Khamenei's funeral

During the state funeral prayers for his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and four family members, Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, chose to remain out of the public eye. Citing security threats following an attack, his absence has sparked considerable speculation. As his brothers and key officials attended, eyes are turned towards Mojtaba's anticipated return amidst reports of personal injuries and ongoing security concerns.

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Iran’s regime hopes Khamenei’s funeral will demonstrate its strength

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Iran's "No History" Reply To Trump's "One Shot" Threat Amid Khamenei Funeral

Iran's reaction followed a remark made by Trump, who claimed that the US has the capabilities to take out Iran's surviving top leadership "all in one shot" as they gathered to mourn late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

The theater of mourning: How Iran uses Khamenei’s funeral to project power and buy time - analysis

Iran is burying Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a week-long ceremony. What is Iran trying to accomplish and say with this funeral?

Three sons of Iran's slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor

Iran invited S. Korea to late supreme leader's funeral, later canceled plan: sources

Iran invited South Korea to participate in the funeral event for its former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, but later withdrew the invitation, diplomatic sources said Sunday. "After receiving an invitation from Iran, the diplomatic mission planned to participate, but Iran later noted last-minute that the mission's attendance would be difficult due to venue-related issues," an official from Seoul's foreign ministry said. Observers said Iran appears to have decided not to receive condolenc

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Trump gives campaign-style July 4 speech on National Mall for US 250th anniversary

President Donald Trump marked the 250th anniversary of the United States on Saturday with a campaign-style speech that repeated his calls for new voting restrictions, warned that “communists” could gain ground in the country and cycled through what he touted as his achievements. After a storm-related delay of nearly two hours, Trump appeared on the […]

Iranians to gather for second day of Khamenei's funeral

Prayers are to be said over the casket of former Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei, the second day of marathon funeral ceremonies that have already drawn huge crowds to pay their final respects in Tehran.

Iran’s resilience

THE funeral ceremonies for Iran’s assassinated supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his family members, which began in Tehran on Friday, are evidence that the joint US-Israeli endeavour to break the Islamic Republic has failed. If anything, their aggression has rallied Iranians, who appear prepared to defend their country from hostile external forces. The ayatollah’s funeral has attracted dignitaries from around the world; clearly, the attempt to isolate Iran has also failed. Millions of...

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In pictures: Thousands of mourners join funeral ceremony for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran

Many of whom arrive at the venue in the early hours of the morning carrying Iranian flags

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Iran leaders mourn, but successor absent from Khamenei funeral

Iranian leaders gathered Sunday for a second day of funeral ceremonies for late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, as the absence of his son and designated successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, d...

Houthis Say Forces 'Repelled' Saudi Warplanes From Threatening Iranian Civilian Airliner

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Iranians pray for slain supreme leader Khamenei in son’s absence

Iranians gather for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s funeral, with his son Mojtaba conspicuously absent. Thousands mourn in Tehran, demanding justice. Read More: https://punchng.com/iranians-pray-for-slain-supreme-leader-khamenei-in-sons-absence/

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‘US will be paying close attention to Nigeria’s 2027 election’ —Congressman

A member of the United States House of Representatives, Riley Moore, has said the administration of President Donald Trump will closely monitor how Nigeria conducts its 2027 general elections. The post ‘US will be paying close attention to Nigeria’s 2027 election’ —Congressman appeared first on Vanguard News.

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President Mahama celebrates US on 250th Independence anniversary, reaffirms strong Ghana-US ties

President John Dramani Mahama has congratulated the Government and people of the United States on the country's 250th Independence anniversary, expressing confidence that the longstanding partnership between Ghana and the US will continue to grow through shared democratic values and economic cooperation.

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