Iran begins six-day funeral ceremonies for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Iran has begun a six-day funeral for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes in February 2026. The ceremonies will span Tehran, Iraqi holy cities, and conclude with burial in Mashhad on Thursday. Officials estimate millions of attendees, with representatives from dozens of countries expected.
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Iranian outlets frame the funeral as an epic display of resistance and urge crowds to avenge the blood of Khamenei. Western wires focus on the fragile ceasefire and Mojtaba's absence from public view.
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