Funeral ceremonies for Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have commenced in Tehran, anticipating a massive turnout of mourners. Authorities estimate between 15 and 20 million people will participate in the week-long ceremonies honoring the late leader. The public mourning period began with a lying-in-state in Tehran, allowing citizens to pay their respects. Following the ceremonies, Khamenei’s body will be transported to Mashhad, his birthplace in northeastern Iran, for burial. This marks a significant moment in Iranian history, as the nation mourns the loss of its long-serving Supreme Leader. The extensive funeral arrangements reflect Khamenei's influence and the deeply held reverence for religious leadership within Iran. The event is anticipated to be one of the largest national displays of mourning in the country’s recent history.