Iran announces 7 days of public holiday, 40 days of national mourning after Khamenei’s death

TEHRAN: Iranian media reports that following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, authorities have declared 40 days of national mourning and seven days of public holiday across Iran. The Iranian government officially confirmed on Sunday morning that Khamenei died the previous day during U.S.-Israeli strikes on the country. No further official details have yet been released regarding funeral arrangements or succession plans.