The coffin of Iran's slain supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is pictured at the Grand Mosalla at the start of the funeral ceremonies in Tehran on July 4, 2026. Funeral ceremonies for Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei officially began on July 4, state television reported, an event drawing thousands and intended to serve as a show of strength to the Islamic republic's foes. (Photo by ATTA KENARE / AFP via Getty Images) /