"Why Is This Bastard Alive?": Shocking Slogans at Khamenei's Funeral
In Iran, the funeral ceremony for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was eliminated during the opening strike of Operation Roar of the Lion, continues. Due to fears of Israeli surveillance, key regime figures arrived on…
Assessment
The funeral of Ali Khamenei, killed in an Israeli operation called 'Roar of the Lion,' has drawn key regime figures but also public anger. Chants questioning why a 'bastard' is alive suggest unresolved hostility toward the deceased leader or his circle, highlighting deep internal fractures. The absence of the new Supreme Leader Mojtaba at the event raises questions about his security, his legitimacy, or potential power struggles behind the scenes. The presence of senior officials and Khamenei's sons under Israeli surveillance underscores the regime's vulnerability and the extraordinary security measures in place.