Khamenei's body lies in state in Tehran ahead of funeral

The body of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has arrived at Tehran's Grand Mosalla for a public funeral following his death in US-Israeli strikes. The event is drawing international dignitaries and massive crowds as the nation observes a fragile ceasefire.
Why it matters
The death of a major geopolitical leader during an active conflict marks a critical turning point in Middle Eastern stability and international relations.
The body of Iran's supreme leader, killed in US-Israeli strikes that triggered the Middle East war, has arrived at Tehran's Grand Mosalla ahead of his funeral, state media reported.
The article reports on the event using standard journalistic framing, focusing on the logistics of the funeral and the presence of international figures without overt editorializing.
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