12/07/2026 04:17 - Internacionales
According to a report by Deutsche Welle on July 11, 2026, Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, vowed to avenge the death of his father and predecessor, Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in late February 2026. Despite this hostile scenario, the international community maintains hope of reaching a nuclear agreement in the coming weeks.
Through a document released on Saturday, July 11, 2026, Mojtaba Khamenei thanked the massive public participation during the mourning week for the Ayatollah. In the text, dated Friday, he stated that revenge is the will of the nation and must inevitably be fulfilled, adding that the criminals responsible for his father's death are fully documented.
Context of the Conflict: To understand the local and regional impact, the conflict between the US and Iran escalated on February 28, 2026, following the death of Ali Khamenei. The funeral was held on July 9, 2026, gathering 43 million people across Iran and Iraq, as reported by Clarín. Mojtaba Khamenei (56 years old), the designated successor, has not appeared in public since March 2026.
US President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire over and accused Tehran of plotting to assassinate him. Through his Truth Social network, Trump stated that 1,000 missiles are ready to be fired against the Islamic Republic if Iran fulfills its threat. Washington considers the ceasefire concluded, despite a memorandum of understanding signed by both countries in June.
Despite the strong declarations, international diplomacy continues to work for peace. Qatar and Pakistan are actively mediating the conflict, seeking to unblock the situation and reach a nuclear agreement by mid-August 2026. This diplomatic route represents a beacon of hope for regional stability and the safety of the civilian population.
The conflict has significantly affected maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial chokepoint for global oil trade. According to international sources, ship traffic has dropped from 110 daily vessels to just 15-22 ships, leaving 6,000 sailors blocked. However, international efforts are actively seeking to restore normalcy to this vital maritime route for world commerce.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
