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How the killing of Iran’s Khamenei could shift the Shi’ite-Sunni power balance
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Shi'ite Muslim women in Kashmir protesting against the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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- Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral is delayed due to security threats and the desire for high-profile attendees, especially from Shi'ite communities, following his death in US-Israeli strikes.
- Khamenei's death sparks outrage and fears among Shi'ites globally, who see Iran as their protector amidst historical persecution, though this view and Iran's role are debated.
- Despite potential for further religious conflict, some Shi'ite leaders, like Ayatollah Sistani, advocate for sovereignty, international law, and avoiding violence, offering a more benign future.
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LONDON – Plans for the state funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli air strikes
