Iran urges Israel and the US not to attack during Khamenei's funeral
Thursday, July 2, marked the 15th day since Washington and Tehran signed a memorandum of understanding and the 125th day since the commencement of the war, as Iran warned the United States and Israel against launching any attack during the state funeral of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Iran's armed forces were ready to react forcefully to any threat or attack, according to Ali Abdollahi, commander of Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, who cautioned the US and Israel against any "miscalculation," according to Reuters.
Authorities issued the warning as they finalized preparations for the six-day burial festivities, which are anticipated to attract millions of mourners and international dignitaries from dozens of nations.
According to Ayatollah Hakim Elahi, the Supreme Leader's envoy in India, Mojtaba Khamenei is unlikely to attend his father's funeral due to increased security concerns.
Speaking in a special interview with India Today before departing for Tehran, Elahi claimed Mojtaba wished to visit mourners but security officials had recommended against any public presence. He claimed that supporters were traveling from Iran and overseas to pay tribute to the deceased leader and reaffirm their unity.
Iran has increased security throughout the nation in preparation for the funeral. According to Army spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia, air defense surveillance and naval monitoring have increased, and more troops have been stationed along land and sea borders.
Funeral to be held in both Iraq and Iran
The funeral will start in Tehran on July 4 and go to Qom, the holy sites of Najaf and Karbala in Iraq. On July 9, Khamenei will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad.
It will be the biggest state burial in Iranian history, with officials anticipating between 15 and 20 million people. Public holidays have been proclaimed in Tehran, Qom and Mashhad, while highways will function as temporary parking spaces. Sports halls, schools, universities, and mosques have all been set aside to host guests.
Authorities issued the warning as they finalized preparations for the six-day burial festivities, which are anticipated to attract millions of mourners and international dignitaries from dozens of nations.
According to Ayatollah Hakim Elahi, the Supreme Leader's envoy in India, Mojtaba Khamenei is unlikely to attend his father's funeral due to increased security concerns.
Speaking in a special interview with India Today before departing for Tehran, Elahi claimed Mojtaba wished to visit mourners but security officials had recommended against any public presence. He claimed that supporters were traveling from Iran and overseas to pay tribute to the deceased leader and reaffirm their unity.
Iran has increased security throughout the nation in preparation for the funeral. According to Army spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia, air defense surveillance and naval monitoring have increased, and more troops have been stationed along land and sea borders.
Funeral to be held in both Iraq and Iran
The funeral will start in Tehran on July 4 and go to Qom, the holy sites of Najaf and Karbala in Iraq. On July 9, Khamenei will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad.
It will be the biggest state burial in Iranian history, with officials anticipating between 15 and 20 million people. Public holidays have been proclaimed in Tehran, Qom and Mashhad, while highways will function as temporary parking spaces. Sports halls, schools, universities, and mosques have all been set aside to host guests.
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