Funeral of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei to last three days – media
Kyiv • UNN
The former leader of Iran will be buried over the course of three days in several cities. His successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, has not yet appeared before the public.
Former Supreme Leader of Iran Ali Khamenei will be buried with state honors over three days in cities across the country. This was reported by Sky News with reference to IRNA, according to UNN.
Details
Ali Khamenei's funeral procession in Tehran will last at least 24 hours, the agency reported, citing the city's deputy mayor.
Mourners from neighboring countries such as Pakistan and Afghanistan are expected to gather in the eastern city of Mashhad, where he will be buried, the official stated.
Another procession will take place in the city of Qom.
Addendum
Ali Khamenei was killed as a result of the first US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28.
His son, Mojtaba Khamenei, succeeded him as Supreme Leader but has not appeared in public since his appointment, limiting himself to statements read on Iranian state television or social media.
Earlier, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that, in his opinion, Mojtaba is still alive and is increasingly involved in negotiations between Tehran and Washington.