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A bitterly divided Iran grapples with Ali Khamenei's legacy as he is laid to rest

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death has exposed Iran's profound societal divisions. Supporters lionized him as a defender of clerical rule and the Islamic Republic. Decades of repression and economic hardship fuel widespread discontent among many citizens. Protests, met with crackdowns, have intensified calls for the regime's overthrow. The nation faces uncertainty as factions vie to shape its future direction.

10 Jul 2026 7:32 am