Noontime News Recap: Iran mourning deepens as typhoon evacuations begin and Trump holds Ukraine calls
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for the second day of public mourning for Ali Khamenei, after the Iranian leader was reported killed in bombing, with his three sons among those attending the funeral events. ๐Iran also signalled new service fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, while saying China and other friendly countries would receive special treatment, a move that could add fresh pressure to a vital global shipping route. ๐In the Pacific, emergency evacuations are under way in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands as Super Typhoon Bavi approaches the US territories, with the storm forecast... [Continue Reading]
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Super Typhoon Bavi Triggers Evacuations in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands
Emergency evacuations are under way in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands as Super Typhoon Bavi approaches the US Pacific territories. The storm is forecast to make landfall early on Monday and pass directly over the islands by Monday afternoon. Officials have warned that destructive conditions could begin well before the centre of the storm arrives.The US National Weather Service said Bavi could bring winds of up to 257km/h, or 160mph, along with significant flooding from torrential rain and waves as high as nearly 11 metres, or 35 feet. It said the window to evacuate was rapidly closing for people... [Continue Reading]

