Summary
Iran delayed the funeral for its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an attack by US and Israeli forces. Iran has responded to the attacks with its own strikes against Israel and US bases in the region. The situation has escalated, with the US claiming it will soon have complete control over Iranian airspace.
Key Facts
- Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, was killed in a US-Israeli strike in Tehran.
- Iran postponed Khamenei's three-day funeral due to high public interest and logistical needs.
- Iran responded to the attacks by launching missiles and drones at Israel and US bases.
- A US submarine sank an Iranian navy ship, resulting in many casualties.
- US officials claim they will soon have full control over Iranian skies.
- Iran's Assembly of Experts is in the process of choosing a new Supreme Leader.
- There have been protests in Iran both supporting the government and celebrating the attacks.
- Khamenei became Iran's Supreme Leader in 1989 and had a firm grip on Iran's politics and military.
