India, July 6 -- The Iranian government has expressed its gratitude to India after an official Indian delegation attended the state funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

In a statement posted on X, the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in New Delhi said the presence of the Indian delegation reflected the deep historical, cultural and human bonds shared by the two countries.

"The esteemed presence of political leaders, Members of Parliament, eminent scholars, intellectuals, and leaders of India's diverse faiths and religious communities at these solemn ceremonies reflected the deep historical, cultural, and human bonds between our two nations. It also stood as a powerful expression of mutual respect and ...