Iran holds state funeral for military officials and nuclear scientists killed in Israel conflict
Thousands of mourners are gathering in Iran's capital for the funeral of around 60 commanders and nuclear scientists killed during its conflict with Israel.
The proceedings began at 8am local time and were followed by an 11-kilometre funeral procession.
Iranian Officials are calling it a 'historic day for Islamic Iran and the revolution'.
Crowds could be heard chanting anti-Israel and US sentiments.
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