Iran begins a days-long public mourning period for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with ceremonies underway in Tehran under tight security. Multiple outlets report large crowds lining routes and gathering for funeral and mourning events, as people participate in public prayers and processions. The funeral period includes ceremonies that draw prominent figures and large numbers of attendees, with traffic and access tightly managed in and around central areas.
International dignitaries and officials from neighbouring countries also attend or pay respects, according to coverage from the Financial Times, reflecting regional engagement during the mourning period. Outlets describe a tightly controlled atmosphere, including security measures around key locations where mourners and officials gather.
While details of specific proceedings vary by outlet, the overall picture is consistent: Iran is holding a coordinated national mourning and funeral programme for its late supreme leader, combining mass public participation with formal diplomatic visits and heightened security preparations.
