Iran Mourns Khamenei Amid Global Tensions | Tulsa News

Tulsa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 5, 2026 · 1m

At Iran’s massive funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, poet Mohammad Rasouli sparked outrage by questioning why Donald Trump is still alive—met with roaring chants of “Death to America!” as hundreds of thousands gathered in Tehran. The delayed ceremony, overshadowed by the ongoing war, saw mourners waving banners honoring Khamenei while demanding Trump’s demise. Meanwhile, Trump celebrated America’s 250th anniversary in Washington. Khamenei’s death could embolden Iran’s theocracy under his son, Mojtaba, as Tehran seeks leverage through Hormuz control to end the war. Tensions remain high with…