Ali Shamkhani Funeral in Tehran: Global Reactions After U.S.–Israel Attack

Introduction

Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran, Iran, on March 14, 2026, to attend the funeral ceremony of Ali Shamkhani, the former secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council who was reportedly killed in a U.S.–Israel attack.

The ceremony took place at the Imamzadeh Saleh Shrine, one of the most significant religious sites in northern Tehran. Images and footage circulating online showed large crowds carrying Iranian flags and portraits of Shamkhani while chanting slogans condemning the United States and Israel.

The funeral has quickly become one of the most widely discussed geopolitical events of 2026, triggering debates about Middle East security, U.S.–Iran relations, and the growing tensions between Iran and Israel.