Khamenei’s Funeral: Symbolism and Spectacle

The funeral of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei revealed the limitations of prevailing narratives about the country as millions participated in the ceremonies amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The event attracted extensive coverage from foreign reporters and social media influencers, highlighting Tehran’s strategic media management. This comes as a ceasefire collapses between Iran, the United States, and their allies, intensifying the regional conflict.

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