Iranians across the country commemorated the 40-day anniversary of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death according to Shia customs, with the nation's leaders participating in the ceremony.
On 9 Apr 2026 GMT+7, large numbers of Iranians gathered to mark the 40-day memorial of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the country's Supreme Leader, who was assassinated in an attack by the United States and Israel.
The ceremony took place nationwide, especially in Tehran, where many people marched to the site of Khamenei's attack, carrying Iranian flags and portraits of the late leader. Reports noted that Iranian President Masoud Pereskyan also attended the memorial ceremony.
The atmosphere was filled with sorrow and political tension, occurring amid ongoing wartime conditions.
The 40-day memorial is a significant tradition in Shia Islam, emphasizing remembrance of the deceased during this period.
Source: AP