- The head of Iran's Revolutionary Guard (IRGC), Major General Ahmad Vahidi, appeared among mourners for the late Ayatollah Khamenei, marking his first public appearance since February despite being a top Israeli target.
- His appearance at the prayer ceremony was a show of defiance to those who seek his death, part of a broader strategy by the Islamic Republic to display strength.
- Mohammad Rasouli, delivering a eulogy at the funeral of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, called for the death of US President Donald Trump, saying "Why shouldn't we kill the one who killed my Imam and my Leader?" and "It is a disgrace for us if we do not kill your killer."
- Posters and slogans supporting the killing of Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu were visible at the ceremony.
- Rasouli urged the crowd to chant "death to America" and "death to Israel" and declared that "Trump's killing is our duty".
- He asked the crowd "Why is the most despicable man in the world still alive?" and was met with applause.
- A red flag bearing "Ya Litharat al-Hussein" ("O Avengers of Hussein") was raised above the dome of Tehran's Mosalla, symbolizing vengeance.
- Reports suggest the crowd at Sunday's funeral was significantly larger than the one the previous day.
At the funeral of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, a eulogist, Mohammad Rasouli, incited the crowd by calling for the death of U.S. President Donald Trump, stating, "Why shouldn't we kill the one who killed my Imam and my Leader?"567
Rasouli's remarks were met with applause as he urged attendees to chant, “death to America” and “death to Israel,” declaring, “Trump's killing is our duty.”89
The ceremony, attended by Major General Ahmad Vahidi, head of the IRGC, drew a significantly larger crowd than the previous day, reflecting a show of strength and defiance from Iranian leaders and supporters.1211
Vahidi's presence is particularly notable as he is a top target for Israel, which has expressed intentions to eliminate him. His attendance at the funeral symbolizes a bold stance against perceived threats.
The event featured posters advocating for the killing of Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, reinforcing the hostile sentiments prevalent among attendees.
In a January interview, Trump had warned of severe consequences for any Iranian attempts on his life, stating he had given “very firm instructions” to retaliate decisively.
The funeral also saw a red flag with the phrase “Ya Litharat al-Hussein” raised above Tehran's Mosalla, further emphasizing the event's charged atmosphere.10
Overall, the ceremony served as a platform for Iranian leaders to assert their resolve in the face of external threats, particularly from the U.S. and Israel.
“Mohammad Rasouli declared 'Trump's killing is our duty' and led chants of 'death to America' as a red flag of vengeance was raised over Tehran's Mosalla. IRGC chief Ahmad Vahidi, appearing publicly for the first time since February, is a key negotiator for ending the war and has direct contact with the new Supreme Leader in hiding.”
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