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Tehran Holds State Funerals for Victims of 12-Day Iran-Israel Clash

Officials said public mourning underscored Iran’s solidarity after a ceasefire halted reciprocal strikes in a 12-day conflict

Im Iran haben am Samstag die als "historisch" angekündigten Trauerfeiern für die Todesopfer des zwölftägigen Krieges gegen Israel begonnen. Die Zeremonie startete auf dem Platz der Revolution im Zentrum Teherans.
Ein weinender Mann berührt mit seiner rechten Hand den Sarg eines iranischen Miltärführers, der auf einem Lastwagen aufgebahrt ist. Der Sarg ist mit einer iranischen Fahne bedeckt
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Overview

  • Mourners gathered in central Tehran for a procession from Revolution Square to Azadi Square in a state-sponsored ceremony.
  • Iranian officials said roughly 60 high-ranking IRGC commanders and nuclear scientists were honored for their deaths in Israeli air raids.
  • The ceremonies follow a ceasefire that took effect Tuesday after 12 days of airstrikes and drone attacks between Iran, Israel and U.S. forces.
  • Official Iranian figures report more than 600 civilian deaths and nearly 4,900 injuries from the conflict, while Israeli authorities cite 28 fatalities.
  • The public event, attended by senior leaders under Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s gaze, signals Tehran’s message of national unity and resilience.