Hassan Khomeini, grandson of the Islamic Republic's founder, reportedly left a funeral ceremony while a Quran verse praising jihad over those 'who sit at home' was recited, according to Iranian media reports. The incident occurred during the ongoing funeral proceedings for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
A reportedly awkward moment at the funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei: Hassan Khomeini, grandson of the Islamic Republic's founder Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini and a prominent figure in Iranian politics, is said to have left a ceremony while a Quran verse extolling jihad over 'those who sit at home' (Surah An-Nisa, verse 95) was being recited. According to Iranian media cited by the source 'Iran News', Khomeini took visible offense at the implied message and walked out as the verse was read. The incident adds to a series of notable moments during the funeral proceedings, which have drawn international attention. As The Zioneer reported, the funeral has also featured chants of the Shia battle cry 'Ya latharāt al-Hussein' and reported threats against Saudi guests. It remains unclear whether the walkout reflected a political or personal objection, and the account relies on unconfirmed reports from Iranian sources.
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