Iran Postpones Khamenei Funeral as Strikes Continue; Successor “Close”
Iran has postponed the funeral for its late Supreme Leader. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s ceremony will not begin Wednesday night as planned. US and Israeli forces continue intense strikes across the country.Officials cited infrastructure needs for the delay. Many people requested to attend the three-day event at a Tehran prayer complex. Therefore, authorities need more time to prepare.
Successor Announcement Near
A member of the Assembly of Experts shared an update. The clerical body is “close” to choosing Khamenei’s successor. Khamenei was killed in a strike at the start of the US-Israeli assault on Saturday.
Iran Continues Retaliation
Iran has responded with its own military action. It launched missiles and drones at Israel and Gulf states hosting US bases. As a result, this Iran Khamenei funeral postponement happens amid ongoing conflict.The region remains on high alert. Both sides continue trading strikes. No end to the violence appears in sight.
