The body of Ali Khamenei arrived in Tehran on Friday, where thousands of mourners gathered to pay their final respects at the start of a week-long state funeral. People from across the country came together to honor him, while officials made extensive security and logistical arrangements for the large crowds expected throughout the ceremonies.
The first funeral ceremony was held at the Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah in Tehran. It will be followed by additional events at the Grand Mosalla, where millions of mourners are expected to attend in the coming days. Several foreign dignitaries and government representatives are also expected to participate and offer their condolences.
The state funeral is considered one of the largest public ceremonies in Iran’s recent history. Government offices, institutions, and public spaces are observing the official mourning period, with memorial events taking place in different parts of the country. Authorities have urged people to follow safety measures while attending the gatherings.
Following the funeral events in Tehran, Ali Khamenei is expected to be laid to rest in Mashhad later this month. The burial will mark the conclusion of the official national mourning period.
Thousands of people continue to arrive in Tehran to take part in the ceremonies, reflecting the scale of the event. The government has arranged transportation, security, and public services to accommodate the expected crowds.
The funeral proceedings are being closely followed both inside Iran and internationally, as leaders and observers watch one of the country’s most significant state ceremonies in recent years.
