Iran Funeral Diplomacy: Iran kicked off a week of state mourning for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran, with coffins draped in flags and chants of “Death to America/Israel” and “Revenge,” as officials and foreign delegations—including Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif and leaders from Russia, China and Armenia—paid respects ahead of burials in Qom and Mashhad. US-Iran Messaging: Trump claimed the US “gave Iran a week off” for the funeral, while Iran’s deputy foreign minister warned that the Strait of Hormuz is “not a stage” for extra-regional military moves, pushing back on UK-France plans. Israel Negotiations Row: Israel rejected reports it planned to target Iranian negotiators, calling it “fake news,” as US officials said they tried to warn Tehran. Egypt-Palestine Media Moment: Egypt’s World Cup breakthrough vs Australia sparked mass celebrations and coach Hossam Hassan dedicated the win to Palestinians, raising a Palestine flag. Turkey Media/Policy: Turkey’s crackdown hit Istanbul Bilgi University, with observers linking the sudden closure order to broader pressure on higher education. NATO Summit PR: Ankara rolled out billboards and road changes ahead of a NATO summit, drawing local backlash over disruptions.