In Iran, which is predominantly Shia, the celebration of Eid al-Fitr occurred a day later than in most Sunni-majority Muslim countries. As dawn broke, a crowd of worshippers gathered at the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosque in central Tehran, named after the founder of the Islamic Republic, to commemorate the end of Ramadan. Due to a shortage of space, many prayed outdoors, while state television broadcasted images of the crowded areas around the mosque amidst the looming threat of attacks.

Since February 28, Tehran has been almost daily bombarded as a result of joint strikes by the US and Israel, which began a conflict that has led to the deaths of several high-ranking officials, including Iran's Supreme Leader. Recent night-time airstrikes targeted several areas in Tehran and the central city of Isfahan, continuing to create a tense and dangerous atmosphere during a time traditionally associated with celebration and community.

Iranian television also featured gatherings of worshippers in various other locations across the country, including Arak in the center, Zahedan in the southeast, and the western city of Abadan. This year’s Eid al-Fitr celebrations are marked by an underlying sense of fear and uncertainty, illustrating the contrast between the joyous occasion and the ongoing violence threatening the nation.