Iran Begins Weeklong Funeral for Former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei Amid Security Warnings
Iran has commenced a weeklong funeral procession for the former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated just before the launch of Operation "Roaring Lion." The events began on Friday in Tehran and will conclude next Thursday in Mashhad, where Khamenei is to be buried. Authorities estimate that up to 20 million people may participate, making it the largest funeral event in the history of the Islamic Republic.
The funeral procession will start in Tehran and pass through several major cities across Iran before reaching its final destination. A significant point of attention remains whether Khamenei's son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, who has not appeared publicly since assuming the leadership role, will attend the various events.
Iranian officials have issued clear warnings to Israel and the United States, cautioning them against any actions that could disrupt the funeral proceedings. The funeral week follows the assassination of Ali Khamenei, which occurred just prior to the commencement of the "Roaring Lion" military operation.
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