People killed in stampede at Soleimani's funeral, says state media

NEWS 07.01.202011:53
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"A number of people" have died in a stampede at General Qasem Soleimani's funeral Tuesday in his hometown of Kerman, Iran's Press TV reported, citing the head of Iran's emergency organization.

Press TV is reporting “millions” of people have taken to the streets of Kerman to pay their respects to Soleimani. CNN has not been able to verify this figure.

General Qasem Soleimani’s burial in Kerman has been delayed due to the massive crowds, Iran’s Press TV reported. There was no indication of when the burial will take place.

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