Mahmoud Karimi, a cleric close to Khamenei, has been seen performing a modified version of the patriotic song "Iran Iran," originally sung by Mohammad Nouri, during a mourning ceremony for the start of Muharram. This performance, shared on social media on July 5, 2024, has sparked significant reactions. The song, composed by Mohammad Sarir with lyrics by Touraj Negahban, was released in the 1980s and is also known as "Ey Iran." Following Israel's attack and the onset of a 12-day war, there has been a noticeable increase in the use of patriotic symbols and songs in various media and public displays.