Khamenei's Channel Airs Burial Footage, Casts Him As Karbala's Water-Bearer
The clip, posted at 10:10 on July 17, runs 31 seconds and names seventh-century martyr Abbas ibn Ali as his precedent.
- Telegram channel khamenei_en posted the video at 10:10 local time on July 17, 2026.
- The 31-second clip shows his body's entry, captioned 'the pure body of the martyred Leader.'
- The caption addresses him as one 'who went to bring water for the thirsty of Karbala.'
Why it matters: If likening a leader's burial to Karbala's water-bearer is not canonization by decree, name it.
Khamenei official Telegram channel (khamenei_en) ↗ · Jul 17, 20267/17/26 · ✓ Checked✓ Check