Iran Prepares For Khamenei Funeral As Indian Delegation Attends Amid Security Concerns
The state funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is scheduled to commence in Tehran and conclude with his burial in Mashhad. Khamenei
The state funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is scheduled to commence in Tehran and conclude with his burial in Mashhad. Khamenei, who was killed in an airstrike, has been succeeded by his son, Mojtaba. In an exclusive interview with India Today, the Supreme Leader's representative in India, Ayatollah Hakim Elahi, confirmed that Mojtaba will not attend the funeral proceedings due to severe security concerns.
The si day mourning period will witness the convergence of global leaders and delegations from over 100 countries. New Delhi is sending a delegation led by Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hasnain. Representatives from various Indian political parties, including Salman Khurshid for the Congress and Mehbooba Mufti, are also set to attend. The event marks a significant geopolitical moment as global leaders gather in Tehran under heightened security measures.
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