Funeral Procession of Quds Force Members Takes Place in Tehran
Mass Funeral in the Heart of the Capital
A large funeral ceremony was held today in Tehran’s Revolution Square, honoring key members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) who were reportedly killed during the opening strikes of the recent conflict with Israel. Thousands of mourners gathered to pay their respects, waving flags of the Islamic Republic and chanting slogans such as “Death to Israel.”
Notable Figures Honored
Among those memorialized were high-ranking officials, including the IRGC Air Force Commander, the Iranian Chief of Staff of the Army, and the Chief of the Armed Forces. Interestingly, Ismail Qaani, the Commander of the Quds Force, was reportedly seen alive at the event, despite earlier claims of his death during the initial hostilities.
According to the Iranian news agency Tasnim, the funeral was dedicated to approximately 60 individuals, including not only senior IRGC commanders but also nuclear scientists, journalists, and civilians who lost their lives in the conflict.
Procession Begins at Tehran University
The funeral procession commenced at Tehran University, where mourners carried the coffins draped in Iranian flags to the central square. This display of solidarity followed recent claims by Narges Mohammadi, an Iranian Nobel Peace Prize laureate, who asserted in an interview that the current situation for the Iranian people is worse than prior to the war.
Increasing Tensions and State Repression
In the days leading up to the funeral, the Iranian government intensified its crackdown on citizens, putting up numerous checkpoints across Tehran and conducting arbitrary arrests of individuals suspected of collaborating with Israel. Reports indicate that participants are often subjected to random searches of their vehicles, mobile devstarts, and computers.
As the country navigates this turbulent period, the atmosphere in Tehran remains charged, highlighting both the emotional weight of the recent losses and the ongoing tensions between the Iranian government and its populace.
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This article reflects the ongoing situation in Iran following the recent conflict, emphasizing the complex dynamics at play in the region