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Iran Has Not Buried Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei 50 Days After Reported Death
Iran has not yet buried Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who has been reported dead for 50 days. The delay stems from concerns over potential Israeli airstrikes and protests during a state funeral. Khamenei served as supreme leader for 36 years.
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The report states that the delay is due to fears of Israeli airstrikes and protests if such an event were held. Khamenei had been Iran's supreme leader for 36 years.
@MarioNawfal reported that Iranian authorities are avoiding a public funeral to prevent risks associated with large gatherings.
These include potential airstrikes from Israel and domestic protests. No official confirmation of Khamenei's death or the reasons for the burial delay has been provided by Iranian authorities in the report.
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