A massive crowd gathered at the funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader, with mourners waving red flags symbolizing vengeance and resistance. The emotional scenes reflected deep national sentiment amid heightened political tensions. Security was significantly tightened as officials managed large-scale participation in the ceremony. The event has drawn global attention given its symbolic and political significance.

Iran bids farewell to it's supreme leader: Ali Khamenei's casket will be taken to Qom

Iran is mourning the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as millions gather for funeral ceremonies in Tehran. The country's leadership transition is now under intense scrutiny, with questions emerging over who could shape Iran's future political direction. As the mortal remains are set to be taken to Qom, the developments are drawing attention across the Middle East and beyond. This episode of Race To Power examines the funeral, the symbolism on display, and the potential implications for Iran's political landscape and regional influence.

Iran bids farewell to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, mortal remains will be taken to Qom

<p>External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said an Indian medical team will reach Iran during the day and the authorities here are working on the logistics with their Iranian counterparts for the return of the Indians stranded there in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in the country.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jaishankar-says-india-needs-to-fashion-appropriate-diplomacy-to-tackle-issues-of-digitized-world-283684">Jaishankar says India needs to fashion appropriate diplomacy to tackle issues of digitized world</a></strong></p>

<p>Jaishankar said the Indian medical team was likely to set up its first clinic at Qom by the evening to start screening for coronavirus.</p>

<p><strong>Also see: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/eam-jaishankar-compares-us-taliban-peace-deal-to-pakeezah-movie-trailer-release-283826">EAM Jaishankar compares US-Taliban peace deal to Pakeezah movie trailer release</a></strong></p>

<p>"Update for Indians stranded in #Iran and for their families: Our medical team for screening arrives in Iran today. Hope to establish first clinic at Qom by this evening. Screening process will start immediately thereafter. Working on logistics of return with Iranian authorities," the minister said in a tweet.</p>

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<p>"Group of Ministers constantly monitoring progress. Understand the concern of families. Keep faith," he said in another tweet.</p>

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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said an Indian medical team will reach Iran during the day and the authorities here are working on the logistics with their Iranian counterparts for the return of the Indians stranded there in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in the country.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said an Indian medical team will reach Iran during the day and the authorities here are working on the logistics with their Iranian counterparts for the return of the Indians stranded there in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in the country. Also read: Jaishankar says India needs to fashion appropriate diplomacy to tackle issues of digitized world Jaishankar said the Indian medical team was likely to set up its first clinic at Qom by the evening to start screening for coronavirus. Also see: EAM Jaishankar compares US-Taliban peace deal to Pakeezah movie trailer release "Update for Indians stranded in #Iran and for their families: Our medical team for screening arrives in Iran today. Hope to establish first clinic at Qom by this evening. Screening process will start immediately thereafter. Working on logistics of return with Iranian authorities," the minister said in a tweet. Update for Indians stranded in #Iran and for their families: Our medical team for screening arrives in Iran today. Hope to establish first clinic at Qom by this evening. Screening process will start immediately thereafter. Working on logistics of return with Iranian authorities. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 5, 2020 × "Group of Ministers constantly monitoring progress. Understand the concern of families. Keep faith," he said in another tweet. Group of Ministers constantly monitoring progress. Understand the concern of families. Keep faith. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 5, 2020 ×

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