As hundreds of thousands gather to mourn at Ali Khamenei's state funeral, Iran is using the opportunity to position itself both regionally and diplomatically. Analysis by @sfrantzm

As hundreds of thousands gather to mourn at Ali Khamenei's state funeral, Iran is using the opportunity to position itself both regionally and diplomatically. Analysis by @sfrantzman Link The theater of mourning: How Iran uses Khamenei’s funeral to project power and buy time - analysis Iran is burying Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a week-long ceremony. What is Iran trying to accomplish and say with this funeral?