Pakistan, July 4 -- Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral ceremonies began in Tehran on Saturday as massive crowds gathered to honour Iran's assassinated supreme leader. The week-long mourning events highlight Iran's national unity following the recent US-Iran conflict and Khamenei's assassination. Millions of Iranians, foreign dignitaries, and regional leaders are expected to participate in the ceremonies.

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Mourners dressed in black packed Tehran's Grand Mosalla religious complex, waving red flags that symbolised vengeance and justice. Authorities expect more than 10 million people to attend the ceremonies in the capital. Chants against the United States and calls for revenge echoed ...