Iran has begun the first stage of funeral ceremonies for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution.

Gharibabadi has stated that the martyrdom of Leader stands as a poignant symbol of America's persistent enmity toward the Iranian nation.

President Pezeshkian paid tribute to the late Leader’s enduring legacy of resistance, justice, and guidance for the oppressed.

Millions of mourners, joined by dignitaries from over 45 countries and at least 14,000 journalists, will bid farewell to the martyred Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in historic week-long ceremonies in Tehran, Qom and Mashhad.

Millions of people are expected to attend funeral ceremonies in Iraq for martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, a spokesman for the Iraqi media committee organizing the event has said.

The Iranian president says a massive public turnout at the funeral of late Ayatollah Khamenei will serve as a decisive response to terrorism, violence and bullying.

The commander of Iran’s highest operational command unit says the Armed Forces stand ready to give a harsh response to any "miscalculation" by the US, Israel and their allies.