TEHRAN (Dunya News) - The state funeral for Iran's former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been postponed until late June or early July.
It was stated by Tehran Mayor Ali Reza Zakani on Friday.
According to media reports, the decision means that the final funeral rites are now expected to take place during the second Ashra of Muharram, which falls between June 26 and July 5.
Earlier reports had suggested that Ayatollah Khamenei would be buried at the beginning of Muharram.
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However, following the latest developments, the schedule for the ceremony has been revised.
Tehran authorities have not yet officially announced a final date for the burial.
However, a new date is being determined in light of official ceremonies and security arrangements.