Iran conducted a state funeral Saturday for about 60 people who died during a 12-day war with Israel. The ceremony took place at 8 a.m. local time at the center of Tehran. Government buildings and businesses shut down for the event. Mourners dressed at black gathered on streets carrying Iranian flags and photos of the dead. The funeral honored military leaders, scientists and regular citizens who lost their lives.
President Masoud Pezeshkian attended the service along with other top officials. Quds Force leader Esmail Qaani participated despite visible injuries from the conflict. Families of the victims walked alongside decorated coffins covered with national flags. Four women and four children were among those being buried. The ceremony showed both sadness and unity among Iranian people.
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei claimed that American attacks on three nuclear facilities failed to cause major damage. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected recent statements from President Donald Trump about sanctions. He called Trump's comments about Iran's leader disrespectful and harmful to future talks. Tehran maintains a defiant position despite the recent fighting.
France has called for all parties to avoid actions that could make regional tensions worse. French officials intercepted several Iranian drones heading toward Israel during the conflict. France also criticized an Israeli attack on Evin prison that put two French citizens at risk. President Macron urged maximum restraint from both sides.
The international community continues pushing for diplomatic solutions to prevent future violence. France emphasized that talks should be the primary way to resolve disputes. Officials want both nations to stop targeting civilian areas immediately. Regional stability remains the main concern for European leaders.
President Masoud Pezeshkian attended the service along with other top officials. Quds Force leader Esmail Qaani participated despite visible injuries from the conflict. Families of the victims walked alongside decorated coffins covered with national flags. Four women and four children were among those being buried. The ceremony showed both sadness and unity among Iranian people.
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei claimed that American attacks on three nuclear facilities failed to cause major damage. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected recent statements from President Donald Trump about sanctions. He called Trump's comments about Iran's leader disrespectful and harmful to future talks. Tehran maintains a defiant position despite the recent fighting.
France has called for all parties to avoid actions that could make regional tensions worse. French officials intercepted several Iranian drones heading toward Israel during the conflict. France also criticized an Israeli attack on Evin prison that put two French citizens at risk. President Macron urged maximum restraint from both sides.
The international community continues pushing for diplomatic solutions to prevent future violence. France emphasized that talks should be the primary way to resolve disputes. Officials want both nations to stop targeting civilian areas immediately. Regional stability remains the main concern for European leaders.
