Iran’s leader was killed in February. The country will finally bury him.
Iran prepares to bury its late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, five months after his death.
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Iran is holding a state funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who died in February. Crowds have gathered in Tehran for the event.
Coverage from The New York Times, NBC News, and The Washington Post focuses on the funeral proceedings and the absence of Iran’s new leader. The Hill also reports that Iran’s new leader has not been seen in public.
The next steps include the burial of Ayatollah Khamenei and the public appearance of Iran’s new leader.
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Quick answers
When did Ayatollah Ali Khamenei die?
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei died in February 2026.
Where is the state funeral taking place?
The state funeral is taking place in Tehran.
Has Iran’s new leader been seen in public?
Coverage does not yet specify whether Iran’s new leader has been seen in public.
Coverage (5)
- Iran Live Updates: Crowds Gather in Tehran for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's State Funeral The New York Times · 1d ago
- Iran’s new leader remains unseen as nation mourns Khamenei The Hill · 1d ago
- Will the New Supreme Leader Attend His Father’s Funeral? The New York Times · 1d ago
- Huge crowds turn out in Tehran for funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei NBC News · 1d ago
- Iran’s leader was killed in February. The country will finally bury him. The Washington Post · 1d ago
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