Iran Warns US, Israel Ahead of Former Leader's State Funeral

Iran is preparing to hold a state funeral for its former Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, with ceremonies scheduled to begin in Tehran on the 4th of the month and conclude with his burial in his hometown of Mashhad on the 9th. Commemorative events are also planned in the holy city of Qom and in Iraq.

Amidst these preparations, a senior Iranian military commander issued a strong warning to the United States and Israel. Ali Abdollahi, commander of Iran's Khatam Al-Anbiya headquarters, stated that enemies, particularly the U.S. and Israel, should not miscalculate the situation. He vowed severe retaliation against any threats or acts of aggression during this sensitive period.

This warning follows recent escalations. The article mentions that the U.S. and Iran engaged in conflict in late February, during which Iran's then-Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, was reportedly killed in an airstrike on the first day of the war. The current Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has also been targeted, according to Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz.

In response to these threats, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi echoed similar warnings, emphasizing that Tehran would launch a powerful counterattack if the Iranian people or leadership face any threats. To ensure security during the funeral, domestic measures will be intensified, and Iran's Civil Aviation Organization announced temporary airspace control over Tehran, Mashhad, and other cities.