Funeral Preparations for Ayatollah Khamenei Underway in Tehran

A public viewing ceremony is being held in Iran for the late Supreme Leader and his family members, according to reports on July 5.

Preparations are underway in Tehran for the funeral prayer of Ayatollah Khamenei, according to reports on July 5.

A farewell ceremony for the late leader has also been held, which was attended by his brother, Syed Hadi Khamenei.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has commented on the relationship between the two countries, describing Pakistan and Iran as "brotherly Islamic nations".

Reports from Tehran indicate that massive crowds have gathered for the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. International leaders have also begun arriving in the capital to attend the final rites, which are expected to take place on July 5. There is also discussion regarding who will lead the funeral prayer.

During the funeral proceedings for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, an unnamed Iranian leader was reportedly seen becoming emotional and crying.

The event is taking place amid what are being described as rising tensions between Iran and the United States. According to some reports, Russia has expressed its backing for Iran, while unspecified "nuclear claims" have reportedly sparked panic. There are also reports that US President Donald Trump is facing pressure in relation to the situation.

Further details from Tehran indicate that the coffins of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and others killed have been placed at the Imam Khomeini Mosalla for the funeral ceremony.

Meanwhile, international delegations have begun arriving in Iran to attend the final farewell events.

While in Tehran to attend the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. During his visit, the prime minister also spoke to the Iranian media.

State funeral ceremonies for Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, have begun in Tehran. Available reports indicate that Syed Hadi Khamenei, the brother of the late leader, attended a farewell ceremony for his "martyred brother".

While attending funeral events in Tehran, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke to Iranian media and praised the late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei.

During the funeral events for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that "Pakistan Stands with Iran." Reports also indicated that a Field Marshal from Pakistan was part of the delegation paying tribute.

The Pakistani delegation attending funeral events in Tehran included Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Foreign Minister. Reports also indicated the presence of Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir. The delegation arrived at the Grand Imam Khomeini Mosalla to pay their respects.

The Pakistani delegation in Tehran to attend memorial events for Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, includes Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir.

Reports indicate the COAS, referred to as Field Marshal in some media, has met with the Iranian leadership during the visit.

A Pakistani delegation described as the country's "top leadership" has arrived in Tehran. The delegation is in the Iranian capital to attend a high-level ceremony.

Further details have emerged about the Pakistani delegation attending the final funeral rites in Iran. The delegation included the Chairman of the Senate, the Speaker of the National Assembly, and the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

A Pakistani delegation including Shahbaz Sharif and a Field Marshal attended the final funeral rites for Ayatollah Khamenei, according to available reports.

Reports from Tehran on July 3 indicate that large crowds, described as millions of people, have gathered for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Convoys were seen arriving in the capital for the ceremony. In addition to the previously announced Pakistani delegation, a delegation from Saudi Arabia is also reported to be in attendance.

The funeral prayers for Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, were held in Tehran on July 3, 2026.

A high-level Pakistani delegation, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir, attended the final rites.

Available reports indicate that tight security measures were in place for the ceremony.

Pakistan News will update this story as more confirmed details become available.

Available reports indicate that the Pakistani delegation, which attended the funeral rites for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, received a "historic welcome" in Tehran.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir attended the funeral ceremony for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran to offer their condolences.

As funeral preparations for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continue in Tehran, reports suggest that over 20 million people are expected to attend the final rites. During a farewell ceremony, Iran's parliament speaker was reportedly seen crying. World leaders have also begun arriving in the Iranian capital to attend the funeral.

Upon his arrival in Tehran, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was received at Mehrabad Airport by Iran's Interior Minister, Eskandar Momeni.

Available reports also indicate that former Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani, who is part of the delegation in Tehran for the funeral, has held meetings with senior Iranian leadership.

Further reports from Tehran confirm that Bilawal Bhutto has joined Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir at the funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei. According to available information, a total of three Pakistani delegations have arrived in the Iranian capital to attend the final rites.

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir accompanied the prime minister to pay their final respects and attend the funeral prayers for the late supreme leader in Tehran.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, accompanied by a high-level delegation, has arrived in Tehran to attend the funeral prayers for Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, according to available reports.

The grand funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has begun in Tehran, according to available reports. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir have arrived in the Iranian capital to attend the ceremony.

Final preparations for the funeral prayers of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, have been completed in Tehran. A high-level delegation from Pakistan has also arrived in the Iranian capital to participate in the final rites.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has paid an emotional tribute to the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Reports also indicate that Mr Pezeshkian made an announcement regarding the funeral arrangements.

Meanwhile, final preparations for the funeral prayers in Tehran have now been completed.

Mojtaba Khamenei will not be attending the funeral of his father, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to available reports. The reason cited for his absence is security concerns.