WorldPublished: 2 July 2026 at 22:37
10 Million Mourners Attended Iran's First Supreme Leader's Funeral in 1989
An estimated 10 million mourners gathered for the funeral of Iran's first Supreme Leader in 1989, marking one of the largest funeral gatherings in the country's history.
According to estimates, approximately 10 million people attended the funeral of Iran's first Supreme Leader in 1989. This was the first time the country held a funeral ceremony for its highest leader. The massive turnout highlighted the significance of the event. The funeral attracted widespread attention and is remembered as a major moment in Iranian history. While the exact number is difficult to verify, the figure of 10 million mourners is widely cited.
