Watch: Anger and uncertainty in Iran as crowds mourn dead

Mass State Funeral Marks End of Conflict with Israel

The BBC's Chief International Correspondent Lyse Doucet reports from Tehran, where a mass state funeral took place on Saturday. Crowds gathered to mourn the deaths of about 60 people, including military commanders and nuclear scientists, killed during the 12-day conflict with Israel.

The conflict ended with a ceasefire earlier this week, after the US became directly involved by bombing key nuclear sites in Iran. Lyse Doucet is reporting from Iran on the condition that none of her reports are used by the BBC's Persian service. This law from Iranian authorities applies to all international media agencies operating in Iran.

Impact of US Bombing on Iranian Nuclear Programme

The bombing of key nuclear sites in Iran has seriously disrupted the country's nuclear programme, according to a leading Israeli intelligence expert.

It is believed that the Iranian regime had been developing nuclear weapons at the sites targeted by the US. However, the regime has maintained that its nuclear programme is for peaceful purposes.

Iran's President Reacts to Bombing

In a televised speech, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the country "will not yield to this heinous act, nor will it slacken in any way". He described the US bombing as a "crime against humanity".

Analysis: Iranian Foreign Minister Comments

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif accused Israel of committing "an act of war" and said the country would "retaliate promptly and decisively".

Analysis: Implications for Regional Stability

The conflict has heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, with serious consequences for regional stability. The Iranian regime has repeatedly threatened to target Israel and its allies in the region.