Shia Communities in Pune and Telangana Respond to Reported Killing of Iran's Supreme Leader

Following the reported assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli missile strikes, Shia communities in Pune and Telangana have expressed grief and solidarity. Pune's community, with close ties to Iran, remains anxious but composed, emphasizing faith in Iran's resilience. In Hyderabad, thousands, including the Iranian consul general, held rallies condemning the attack and calling for peace, with participants from diverse religious backgrounds expressing support for Iran and opposition to war.