Key facts
- Iran announced a three-day state funeral for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
- Ali Khamenei was reportedly killed in a US-Israeli strike.
- Ceremonies are scheduled to be held in Tehran, Qom, and Mashhad.
Iran has announced plans for a three-day state funeral for its former Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. The announcement follows reports that Khamenei was killed in a US-Israeli strike. The funeral ceremonies are scheduled to take place in Tehran, Qom, and Mashhad. This event occurs amidst heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.