Iran announces state funeral plans for late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei

Iranian officials have announced a three-day state funeral for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who died at the age of 86 during an airstrike on his Tehran residence on February 28. The conflict, involving Israeli-American strikes, originally prompted the postponement of a funeral service previously scheduled for March 4. Tehran deputy mayor Mohammad-Amin Tavakolizadeh stated that the ceremony will include public participation and will last at least 24 hours in the capital city. While no exact date is confirmed, authorities suggest the event may occur around mid-June, coinciding with the month of Muharram. The burial is expected to take place in the holy cities of Qom and Mashhad. Iranian state media estimates that between 15 and 20 million people could participate in the commemorative events. Meanwhile, Mojtaba Khamenei, who reportedly succeeded his father in early March, has not made public appearances following injuries sustained in an attack. He is currently communicating solely through written statements as the leadership manages the regional crisis.