A small vigil honoring Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Washington Square Park erupted into violence when counter-protesters confronted mourners. Police intervened after punches were thrown and several individuals were detained.
March 28, 2026
A small vigil honoring Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Washington Square Park erupted into violence when counter-protesters confronted mourners. Police intervened after punches were thrown and several individuals were detained.