Iran mourns Ayatollah Khamenei; funeral processions begin in Najaf

Summary

Millions of Iranians gathered in Tehran and funeral processions began in Najaf for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was slain.

How coverage differs

• Left: Millions mourn slain leader in emotional, collective farewell Left-leaning outlets focus on the emotional farewell given by mourners in Tehran, highlighting the widespread public grief and the significant turnout for Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral. They emphasize the deeply personal and national aspect of the mourning period and the public's participation.
• Center: Millions mourn Iran's late Supreme Leader; funeral processions begin Center outlets neutrally report on the commencement of funeral processions in Najaf for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. They factually state the event's occurrence without delving into emotional or political interpretations, focusing on the reported actions.

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