Iran begins public mourning for Ayatollah killed in February

Iran has begun public mourning for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in February. His body will be laid in state in Tehran's Grand Mosalla from Friday, allowing the public to pay their respects. The lying in state will be followed by days of funeral events to honor the late Ayatollah. The mourning period is expected to be a significant event in Iran, with widespread participation anticipated.

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