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Mourners throng funeral procession in Tehran for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
By Nasser Karimi And Jon Gambrell, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 6, 2026
· 4 min read
Mourners dressed in black flooded into Iran's capital Monday for a procession as part of the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with throngs of people calling for the death of U.S. President Donald Trump. Khamenei's flag-draped coffin, and those of members of his family ki...
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Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio residents with family ties to the Middle East or those who have served in the US military may be watching the developments in Iran with particular concern. The threats of revenge from Iranian mourners, including calls for the killing of US President Donald Trump, are a stark reminder of the global tensions that can have local repercussions. As the US presses ahead with negotiations with Iran, San Antonians may wonder how these international events will impact their own community, particularly in terms of security and economic stability. The city's diverse cultural landscape, which includes a significant population of individuals with Middle Eastern heritage, may also be affected by the rising tensions between the US and Iran. As the situation unfolds, San Antonio's community leaders and residents will be looking for ways to promote understanding and peace, while also ensuring the safety and well-being of all citizens.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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