Iran's supreme leader and representatives of Palestinian militias gathered in Tehran to mourn the death of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and his bodyguard, who were killed in an assassination blamed on Israel. The funeral service took place at Tehran University, where Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prayed over Haniyeh's coffin, with Iran's new President Masoud Pezeshkian by his side. The coffins were later moved through the streets of Tehran towards Azadi Square, with people throwing flowers in tribute.
Haniyeh had traveled to Tehran to attend Pezeshkian's inauguration and was seen alongside leaders from Palestinian Islamic Jihad and Hezbollah. Iranian media captured moments of camaraderie between Haniyeh and Pezeshkian, including a hug. However, tragedy struck when an airstrike hit a residence used by Haniyeh, leading to his untimely death. The attack is currently under investigation by Iranian authorities.
