Iranian general warns of 'harsh response' if Israel, US attack during Khamenei's funeral
The event will last a week and span several major cities in Iran and Iraq, with ceremonies in Tehran, Qom, Mashhad, Najaf, and Karbala
Assessment
An Iranian general has threatened retaliation against any Israeli or US attack during the weeklong funeral ceremonies for Iran's supreme leader. The threat significantly raises the stakes around an already volatile period, as mass gatherings across multiple cities in Iran and Iraq create both security vulnerabilities and political pressure points. The key question is whether the threat reflects operational capacity or defensive positioning.