Khamenei body in cold storage as feared Basij mobilizes ahead of historic Iran funeral
Iran prepares for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei amid heightened security and international attention
📍 Where it landed
Iran prepared for the funeral of Supreme Leader Khamenei by putting its military on alert and warning the US and Israel against attacks. Officials from India and China planned to attend the services.
Ghalibaf called for a massive turnout to sound the nation's call for vengeance.
Epilogue added 21d ago, after coverage quieted.
The story so far
Coverage emphasizes the mobilization of the Basij militia and heightened security measures. Reports from Reuters and BBC News highlight the participation of international dignitaries, including Indian and Chinese officials. The Jerusalem Post and Middle East Eye are providing live updates.
The funeral is expected to draw massive crowds, with Iranian officials calling for a significant turnout. Security is a major focus, with warnings issued to the US and Israel against any potential disruptions. Coverage does not yet specify the exact date or details of the funeral processions.
What to watch next: The funeral proceedings and any potential international reactions or incidents. Coverage does not yet specify the exact date or details of the funeral processions.
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The reporting (9)
- 'I will represent Congress': Salman Khurshid confirms Khamenei funeral participation day after Tehran's invitation The Times of India · 27d ago
- Iran's Ghalibaf calls for massive Khamenei funeral turnout to sound 'nation's call for vengeance' The Times of Israel · 27d ago
- India to send minister, governor to Ali Khamenei funeral Reuters · 27d ago
- Mass Mournings, 6 Days and 2 Countries: Iran Prepares to Bury Supreme Leader The New York Times · 27d ago
- China Sends First Senior Official to Iran Since War for Funeral Bloomberg.com · 27d ago
- Iran warns US, Israel against attacks ahead of funeral processions for Khamenei Reuters · 27d ago
- Senior Chinese Lawmaker to Attend Khamenei's Funeral U.S. News & World Report · 27d ago
- Iran puts military on alert for Khamenei funeral Middle East Eye · 27d ago
- Live Updates: Latest from Israel, Iran, and Middle East The Jerusalem Post · 27d ago
The obvious questions
Who is attending the funeral?
International dignitaries, including Indian and Chinese officials, are attending the funeral.
What security measures are in place?
Iran has put its military on alert and warned the US and Israel against attacks.
When is the funeral taking place?
Coverage does not yet specify the exact date or details of the funeral processions.
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