Iranian Mourners Reject US Flag, Muslims Observe Muharram with Tazia Processions
Videos from Iran show mourners deviating from the Islamic Republic's expectations during Muharram memorial services, with some eulogists and attendees expressing protest and dissent. Cleric Hashem Hosseini Bushehri criticized certain eulogies for appearing to bring "joy to the enemy" due to their content and approach. In some cities, mourners refrained from stepping on American and Israeli flags, contrary to common practice. The supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, had previously emphasized the role of eulogists in inspiring participation in the Iran-Iraq war and suppressing protests, but some are now ignoring his words.