Iran Displays Khamenei's Coffin, Threatens 'Total Revenge' Amid Massive Funeral Preparations
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 10 hours ago
What happened
Iran has publicly displayed the coffin of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei for the first time since his February assassination, initiating a massive state funeral expected to draw up to 20 million participants. The five-day procession will span Iran and Iraq, culminating in Khamenei's burial on July 9. The regime has issued strong warnings to the US and Israel, heightened security, and pressured citizens to attend, while speculation surrounds the public appearance of Khamenei's son and successor, Mojtaba.
- 01Iran publicly displays Ali Khamenei's coffin over four months after his assassination.
- 02State funeral procession will last five days across Iran and Iraq, ending July 9 in Mashhad.
- 03Officials expect 15-20 million attendees, potentially the largest in Iran's history.
- 04Mojtaba Khamenei's public appearance remains uncertain amid rumors about his health.
- 05Iran warns US and Israel against disrupting funeral events and increases security measures.
- 06Authorities enforce business closures and mandatory attendance to ensure mass participation.
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