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As Iran Grieves, Accounts Emerge of Disrespectful Treatment of Protest Victims
ByErika Solomon and Kiana Hayeri January 23, 2026January 24, 2026

Witness testimony and videos from Tehran’s largest cemetery show disrespectful treatment of the dead after a brutal government crackdown.

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Israel Begins Burying Its Dead Hostages
ByIsabel Kershner October 15, 2025October 16, 2025

With the bodies of 10 people returned from Gaza, Israelis elated by the release of hostages began mourning those who did not make it home alive.

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First Burials to Be Held for Israelis Returned From Gaza
ByAdam Rasgon October 15, 2025October 15, 2025

Hamas has handed over the bodies of eight people, but says it is struggling to find the remains of others after two years of war.

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Iran Holds State Funeral for Military Commanders and Nuclear Scientists
ByNeil MacFarquhar and Sanam Mahoozi June 28, 2025June 28, 2025

A procession of marchers honored prominent figures killed during the 12-day war with Israel.

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