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Iran began the funeral ceremonies this Saturday for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, supreme leader of the Islamic Republic for more than three decades. His death occurred after the start of the war between Iran, the United States and Israel. The events will last for several days in an environment of uncertainty about the political future of the country.

Khamenei’s legacy

Khamenei assumed leadership in 1989, after the death of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. During his tenure he consolidated the power of the Revolutionary Guard, strengthened Iran’s regional influence and backed allied groups such as Hezbollah, Hamas and Yemen’s Houthi rebels. His government also promoted the development of Iran’s nuclear program, defying international sanctions for years.

Typhoon Bavi advances strongly towards Guam and Mariana Islands

The authorities of Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands are on alert for the possible arrival of Typhoon Bavi. The system could become a super typhoon at the beginning of next week, according to reports from the National Weather Service.

This phenomenon occurs just months after the devastating passage of super typhoon Sinlaku, which left serious damage in the region and left thousands homeless.

Preparations and background

On Friday, Bavi was located about 1,223 kilometers east of Guam, with sustained winds of 129 kilometers per hour. Forecasts indicate that it could intensify rapidly, exceeding 241 kilometers per hour before approaching the Mariana Islands.

Faced with the risk, residents began to reinforce their homes with boards, stock up on fuel, and store food and water. On Saipan, many families have not yet fully recovered from Sinlaku: some remain without power and others remain in temporary shelters after losing their homes.

Meteorologists warn that Bavi could modify its trajectory, but recommend maintaining all prevention measures. Guam, where important US military bases are located, also remains under surveillance.

Specialists point out that the current cyclone season in the Pacific could be more active due to the influence of the El Niño phenomenon and the increase in global temperatures. While monitoring continues, authorities urge the population to stay informed and prepared for any changes in the trajectory or intensity of the typhoon.

The president of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, denied that the package of 176 economic measures approved by the Communist Party and the National Assembly represents a retreat towards capitalism. In an interview with Puerto Rican journalists broadcast by official media, he assured that the actions are sovereign and seek to strengthen the socialist model in the face of the complex crisis facing the island.

Measures in context

Díaz-Canel acknowledged that the initiatives have received criticism from both right-wing sectors and left-wing groups. However, he emphasized that this is an adaptation to current circumstances, not an abandonment of the country’s historical principles. The president insisted that a capitalist restoration is not promoted, but rather that he seeks to sustain the socialist system in an adverse environment.

The statements have generated a wide debate inside and outside Cuba. International analysts are closely observing whether these measures imply profound changes in the economic structure of the Caribbean nation. For now, the government maintains its official line: necessary adjustments, without ideological concessions.