Iran's late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is set to be honored in a three-day burial ceremony that begins on Wednesday, as reported by state media. The process allows the public to pay their respects to the "martyred leader of the nation" starting at 19:30 Swedish time in a major mosque in Tehran. Following the public viewing, Khamenei's remains will be interred in his hometown of Mashhad, located in northeastern Iran.

Khamenei, who served as Iran's highest spiritual leader for over 36 years, was 86 years old at the time of his death during an air bombing amid a conflict initiated by the United States and Israel over the past weekend. His long tenure was marked by significant political and religious influence in Iran, shaping the country's policies and international relations.

The announcement of his burial comes at a time of heightened tension in the region, as the recent military actions by the US and Israel against Iran have raised concerns about potential escalations. Khamenei's death may significantly impact Iran's political landscape and its response to foreign interventions, with implications for both domestic stability and regional geopolitics.