Event Brief
Khamenei lies in state in Tehran ahead of funeral
Filed: Jul 03, 2026 at 10:04 AM ET
Summary: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s body is lying in state in Tehran’s Grand Mosalla for public mourning and processions.
WHO: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei; Iranian officials and representatives from around 30 countries
WHAT: Khamenei’s body lies in state in Tehran’s Grand Mosalla as part of funeral events
WHEN: Jul 03, 2026 at 8:19 AM ET
WHERE: Tehran, Iran
WHY: It is the start of several days of public mourning and processions before an official ceremony and burial in Iraqi holy cities.
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