WANA (Jul 03) – International delegations and a wide range of political, religious, and cultural figures from across the world gathered in Tehran on Friday to pay tribute to Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during an official ceremony held at Imam Khomeini Mosalla.

 

The tribute ceremony began as the late Supreme Leader’s body arrived at the venue, where foreign dignitaries and international representatives joined Iranian officials in expressing condolences and paying their respects.

According to official statements, nearly 100 countries are participating in the ceremony through official delegations, political representatives, parliamentary figures, and public groups. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that the event includes the participation of at least eight heads of government — including presidents and prime ministers — as well as 12 parliamentary speakers. Foreign ministers, cabinet members, and special envoys from numerous countries are also attending.

 

Political figures, religious scholars, intellectuals, and cultural leaders from various regions of the world have taken part in the ceremony. Delegations from countries including India, Russia, Pakistan, Norway, Sri Lanka, the United Kingdom, Cambodia, Greece, Sweden, Myanmar, Thailand, Indonesia, and Afghanistan were among those present to pay tribute.

 

Participants gathered alongside the late Supreme Leader’s body, offering prayers and condolences while commemorating his role and contributions, particularly his positions regarding the Islamic world and support for what was described by participants as oppressed communities and nations.

In addition, groups of academics, intellectuals, and media and cultural activists from Spain, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Nicaragua also attended the ceremony and paid their respects.

 

Representatives affiliated with the Resistance Front were also present, joining other participants in honoring the memory of Iran’s late Supreme Leader.

 

According to Iranian officials, neighboring countries sent high-level delegations, while Eastern European nations were represented by official figures, members of parliament, and public representatives, highlighting the broad international presence at the event.