EGIran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei praised the attendance at the funeral of his late father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, describing it as involving 'tens of millions' of people. The funeral processions, held over several days in Tehran, drew large crowds, though the exact number remains unclear with the Health Ministry citing expectations of around 15 million participants. Despite the event's scale, some Iranians reportedly expressed anger at the spectacle. Mojtaba has remained largely absent from public view since the start of the war in February, engaging only through written statements to supporters.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the funeral as a significant national event with emphasis on the large turnout, which aligns with the narrative of state control and religious authority. The mention of 'tens of millions' and the absence of public appearances by Mojtaba suggest a focus on maintaining authority and
