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Iran begins dayslong funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war
By Jayme Berezdivin at WSVN 7 News
· July 4, 2026
· 5 min read
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Hundreds of thousands of mourners began a dayslong funeral Saturday for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, beating their chests in sorrow before the glass case containing his flag-draped coffin in Tehran and calling for revenge against Israel and the United States
Key takeaway 28 airstrike in the opening moments of the Iran war, could provide a boost for the country’s theocracy and its new supreme leader, his son Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami 's large Latin American and Caribbean communities may be watching the developments in Iran with interest, given the potential impact on global oil prices and trade. As a major hub for international commerce, Miami's port and business community could feel the effects of any disruption to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for oil and natural gas shipments. The city's residents may also be concerned about the potential for increased tensions between Iran and the United States, given Miami's status as a major urban center with a diverse population. Additionally, the city's experience with hurricane-related disruptions to oil and gas supplies may have prepared its residents for the potential consequences of a prolonged conflict in the region. As the situation unfolds, Miamians may be paying close attention to any developments that could affect the local economy and their daily lives.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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