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Al nuevo líder supremo se le considera el candidato de la Guardia Revolucionaria, el núcleo del aparato militar y de seguridad represor que blinda al régimen. Para Trump es “un gran error”
El canciller alemán se abstiene de criticar los ataques a Teherán y evita el debate sobre el uso de las bases militares estadounidenses en su país
Los países del Golfo producen cerca del 40% del agua desalinizada del mundo Leer
Hace cinco días los sistemas de defensa aérea de la Alianza derribaron un misil balístico iraní Leer
China aún no siente el impacto de la guerra en Oriente Medio, pero sí está notando sus repercusiones.
El presidente estadounidense afirmó que el plan bélico de EE.UU. va "muy por delante de lo previsto", tras haber neutralizado las capacidades militares de Irán.
Un misil Tomahawk estadounidense impactó en una base militar cerca de una escuela primaria en el sur de Irán, donde las autoridades iraníes dijeron que 168 personas murieron, según muestra un análisis de video realizado por expertos.
Ongoing fighting means issue of Hezbollah's disarmament likely to remain on hold, military experts and analysts say.
North Korea's Kim Yo Jong said the annual 'Freedom Shield' exercises could lead to 'unimaginably terrible consequences'.
US president claimed he wanted to eradicate cartels and made comments about Mexico’s president that were deemed sexist in summit speech‘Iron river’: Mexico’s cartel violence fuelled by trafficked firearms from USSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailClaudia Sheinbaum has responded to Donald Trump’s description of Mexico as the “epicenter of violence,” by calling on the US government to step up efforts to…
As speculation mounts that Kim Jong-un and Trump could meet this month, analysts say Pyongyang will continue to see nuclear weapons as a matter of survivalMiddle East crisis – live updates North Korea’s launch last week of a missile from a naval destroyer elicited an uncharacteristically prosaic analysis from the country’s leader, Kim Jong-un. The launch was proof, he said, that arming ships with nuclear weapons was…
French president says attack on island is ‘an attack on Europe’ as EU states send military supportMiddle East crisis – live updatesEmmanuel Macron has vowed that Europe will do whatever it takes to stand by Cyprus, the continent’s first state to be directly affected by the Iran war, after coming under what he described as “attack from multiple drones and missiles.”In the strongest show yet of solidarity towards the…
Among the many justifications Donald Trump has presented for the US and Israel attacking Iran has been the supposedly imminent threat posed by its nuclear weapons programme. But how close was the country really to developing an atomic weapon? Ian Sample hears from Kelsey Davenport, the director of non-proliferation policy at the Arms Control Association. She sets out why many experts don’t believe the country even…
The conflict in Ukraine seemed to cast doubt on a military model based on overwhelming air power
Pakistan, Iran’s neighbor, has been striving to remain neutral in the conflict. But its government and military have been forced to act to protect its economy.
The order came after the interception of two missiles heading toward Turkey, which has a base that hosts U.S. and NATO forces.
The Syrian military accused Hezbollah of targeting Syrian army positions outside of Damascus.
It was the second time in six days that Turkey announced the interception of a missile from Iran.
Decades of disarmament have come to a head under the Starmer government.
The Iran strikes will convince Beijing to double down on military growth.
President Zelenskyy visits Chatham House to discuss defence and reconstruction of Ukraine News release jon.wallace 23 June 2025 The president discussed Ukraine’s military position, his hopes for the NATO summit, and more. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Chatham House on Monday 23 June as part of a trip to the UK that included meetings with King…
President Trump’s Iran statements ‘a deadly game of brinkmanship’, Lord Robertson tells London Conference News release jon.wallace 19 June 2025 Fading trust in international rules-based order was a common point of discussion at annual conference with the theme ‘Rewriting the rules of the world’. The Israel–Iran war and its implications for US foreign…
NATO chief Mark Rutte warns Russia could use military force against alliance in five years News release jon.wallace 9 June 2025 In his Chatham House speech the Secretary General said he expects NATO states to commit to spend 5 per cent of GDP on defence, arguing ‘America has carried too much of the burden for too long’. NATO Secretary General Mark…
Chatham House and CPA UK host AI and security workshop with Commonwealth parliamentarians News release LToremark 14 February 2025 30 parliamentarians from 15 legislatures across the Commonwealth and Crown Dependencies took part in the three-day event which covered pressing security issues relating to AI. Chatham House’s Digital Society Programme and…
Belarus presidential elections 2025 – public opinion perceptions News release jon.wallace 24 January 2025 Many voters intend to shun this weekend’s presidential election in Belarus, according to research carried out by Chatham House. Many voters intend to shun presidential elections in Belarus, according to research carried out by Chatham…
International Security Programme wins prize for innovative nuclear negotiations game News release jon.wallace 2 December 2024 Chatham House staff from the International Security Programme attended the British Interactive Media Association Awards on 20 November to receive a prize for their innovative arms control game. Chatham House received a British…
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits Chatham House to discuss support for Ukraine News release jon.wallace 10 September 2024 Secretary Blinken joined Chatham House Director Bronwen Maddox in conversation with an invited audience. United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Chatham House on Tuesday 10 September as part of his two-day…
Trump’s ‘Shield of the Americas’ coalition is destined to fail Expert comment jon.wallace 9 March 2026 The Shield seeks to address serious security and narcotics issues in Latin America. But a detail-light, ‘Trumpista-only’ alliance repeats past mistakes in Latin America. Latin America’s regional diplomatic history is littered with failed…
Kurdish groups in Iran face risky dilemma amid unclear US endgame Expert comment thilton.drupal 9 March 2026 The Trump administration has given mixed messages about its support for a potential Kurdish uprising, which would face a range of challenges against an uncertain backdrop. More than a week into the ongoing US-Israeli air strikes on Iran, the…
The contest of will between Trump and Iran Expert comment jon.wallace 2 March 2026 Iran is operating from the principle that if it goes down, it will bring down others with it. History is replete with examples of smaller and less militarily endowed nations achieving victories over much larger and better equipped adversaries because they employed…
The Iran war exposes the limits of Russia’s leverage in a fragmenting regional order Expert comment jon.wallace 2 March 2026 The war will not affect Russian plans in Ukraine – but it will likely force a rethink of long-held Russian strategic concepts. In a diplomatic note to the Iranian government dated 29 March 1944, Vyacheslav Molotov, then foreign…
The killing of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi is the end of a political era in Libya Expert comment jon.wallace 5 February 2026 Saif al-Islam wielded little influence over the current running of the state. But his presence was still a political and potentially military threat to his rivals. On Tuesday 3 February, news broke of the killing of Saif al-Islam…
Haiti’s vicious circle: Funding is needed to end the violence. But the violence means the funding doesn’t come Expert comment jon.wallace 5 February 2026 Beyond restoring security, a push to rebuild Haiti’s society and create jobs is vital to any lasting solution. But who will fund such an effort, as the cycle of violence continues? Politics in Haiti…
The EU’s IRGC terrorist designation marks a major shift on Iran Expert comment thilton.drupal 5 February 2026 Europe has realized that engaging Tehran without leverage, interlocutors or credible pathways to change is unsustainable. But it should not abandon Iranians altogether. The European Union’s decision to designate Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary…
The reopening of the Rafah crossing provides some hope for Palestinians, but can it be sustained? Expert comment jon.wallace 4 February 2026 The crossing’s return will restore one small freedom for Palestinians – but will anger Israel’s far right ahead of elections later this year. Most of Gaza is enclosed by Israel: army to the north and east,…
US–Israel strikes on Iran: What next for the Middle East? 5 March 2026 — 11:30AM TO 12:45PM Anonymous (not verified) 19 February 2026 Online The US and Israel launched strikes on Iran with the stated aim of regime change. Speakers in this online-only webinar will examine how the military escalation is likely to play out, and the potential consequences. The US and Israel launched strikes on Iran with the…
The benefits of preventing a hostile regime from crossing the nuclear threshold and destabilizing the international order outweigh the risks
El reporte de la jornada para entender la ofensiva militar, las represalias y el creciente temor a una expansión del enfrentamiento
Eric y Donald Jr. respaldaron financieramente a la startup Powerus, que planea salir a bolsa; la compañía apunta a cubrir la reciente demanda militar de aeronaves no tripuladas en EE.UU. tras la guerra con Irán
Teresa Donato reconstruye en Desaparecida dos veces la vida de Ana María Massochi, exmilitante montonera que sobrevivió al secuestro y la tortura y eligió callar.
El crimen organizado recluta a niños y jóvenes y ante ello es necesario tener estrategias sociales en el plan de seguridad.
Tras casi cuatro años de evadir la justicia, la Policía capturó a Karina Elizabeth C. L., considerada de alta peligrosidad.
Estados Unidos impulsa el “Escudo de las Américas”, una estrategia de seguridad regional en la que El Salvador emerge como aliado clave.
Una médico forense de apellidos Solano Calderón desmintió, la mañana de este lunes, una de las versiones del único sospechoso de asesinar a Nadia Peraza sobre cómo se hirió la palma de su mano izquierda en febrero del 2024.
El conflicto entre Estados Unidos, Israel e Irán no solo se libra en el campo militar, sino también en el terreno económico, donde destaca el alto costo de misiles y defensas más baratas.
Una nueva empresa de drones con apoyo de los hijos de Donald Trump busca aprovechar el auge del mercado militar en Estados Unidos y atraer contratos del Pentágono.
El ejército de Estados Unidos divulgó imágenes de varios aviones militares que realizaron un patrullaje aéreo frente a las costas de Venezuela.
Tel Aviv intensifica los bombardeos en varias regiones y se dispone a reforzar la ofensiva con recursos que retirará del frente de Irán. Una ONG acusa a los israelíes de usar bombas de fosforo blanco Leer
Eslovaquia se suma al pulso energético con Ucrania y exige inspeccionar el oleoducto Druzhba Leer
Se multipllican los ataques contra intereses de EEUU en la nación árabe, donde el líder kurdo Masoud Barzani amenaza a las fuerzas pro iraníes Leer
El Gobierno ucraniano afirma que en este 2026 se han registrado 300 ataques contra trenes y vías férreas, decenas de ellos desde principios de marzo Leer
La preocupación por las jugadoras ha aumentado después de que un crítico las llamara "traidoras en tiempos de guerra".
Cuba se enfrenta al colapso de una de sus fuentes clave de divisas —el turismo— mientras la crisis energética y la escasez de combustible se intensifican.
The US president repeats claims that Cuba is ready to negotiate as it faces a spiralling energy and economic crisis.
Interceptor drones and operators deployed to Middle East after ‘requests for help from 11 countries neighbouring Iran’Middle East crisis – live updatesUkraine’s president has said he dispatched interceptor drones and operators to protect US bases in Jordan last week, one of 11 countries that had asked Kyiv for help as the US-Israeli war against Iran continued into its 10th day.Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in an…
US president says war is ‘very complete’ and threatens worse strikes if passage of oil via strait of Hormuz is blocked; IRGC says it will not let out ‘one litre of oil’Oil prices drop sharply after Trump moves to reassure marketsTrump says Iran war is ‘very complete, pretty much’ as economic toll risesHow have you been affected by the latest Middle East events?Investor hopes for a swift resolution to the Middle East…
Only two vessels not linked to Iran or Russia have braved ‘chicken run’ since US president’s promise on FridayMiddle East crisis – live updatesOnly two vessels not linked to Iran or Russia have made the “chicken run” through the strait of Hormuz since Donald Trump said he would “ensure the free flow of energy to the world”, according to maritime records.One of those that braved the journey since the US president’s…
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A manufactured crisis could lead to state collapse, with lasting consequences for the United States.
Cobertura en tiempo real con las novedades más importantes de la tensión en Medio Oriente y de las acciones del mandatario estadounidense, Donald Trump
El analista internacional Guido Feld visitó los estudios de LN+ y aseguró que “Irán es aliado de Rusia, pero Rusia está consumida por la guerra con Ucrania”; “Europa está tomando una postura defensiva, y no ofensiva como Estados Unidos”, señaló
Mookie Tenembaum analizó la escalada entre Irán, Israel y Estados Unidos; aseguró que “no hay estrategia iraní, hay tácticas iraníes”; además, explicó el rol de Rusia
La Selección de Costa Rica está afinando sus partidos de marzo en medio de las tensiones por la Guerra en Medio Oriente.
¿Peligra el repechaje al Mundial 2026? Irak lanzó una sorpresiva petición a la FIFA debido a la guerra en Irán.
El ministro Harold Burbano afirmó que el acuerdo que flexibiliza las jornadas laborales y busca impulsar el empleo juvenil en Ecuador, ya está vigente.
El petróleo se dispara. Los carburantes se encarecen como consecuencia de la guerra de Irán pese a las promesas del presidente de Estados Unidos
La tutela sobre los ingresos petroleros muestra hasta qué punto se ha agotado el modelo rentista que durante décadas organizó la economía y la política venezolanas.
Beirut denuncia “ataques israelíes sistemáticos” contra rescatistas y pide a la comunidad internacional “terminar con la impunidad”
El miedo a los proyectiles de Irán y Hezbolá lleva a las familias a instalarse en la planta -5 del ‘parking’ de un centro comercial de la ciudad del norte de Israel
Jamenei se enfrenta a la tarea titánica de garantizar la supervivencia del régimen, a la vez que debe probar su legitimidad para el cargo Leer
Dice que su conversación de hoy con Putin ha sido "positiva" y se abre a retirar más sanciones para contener el precio del petróleo Leer
Zelenski asegura que su país está dispuesto a ayudar a quienes han protegido su independencia frente a la invasión rusa Leer
En plena guerra con EE.UU. e Israel, Irán anunció el cierre del estrecho y amenazó con atacar a los buques que lo transiten. Los precios del petróleo y el gas natural se dispararon este lunes.
La Corte Suprema ha debilitado la posición de Trump en sus relaciones con otras naciones, según explica el corresponsal de la BBC en América del Norte, Anthony Zurcher.
The FTSE 100 group specialising in brownfield development faces tax and regulatory obstacles
Asia Pacific programme hosts event on Japanese foreign policy during the second Trump administration News release jon.wallace 19 March 2025 The event, the second in a series held at Japan House in London, discussed the impact of President Trump’s new administration on Japanese domestic politics and foreign policy. Ben Bland, Director of Chatham…
What Nouri al-Maliki’s prime minister bid tells us about Iraq Expert comment thilton.drupal 6 February 2026 The surprise return of the controversial former leader has revealed that Iraq is still a US–Iran battleground. On 27 January, US President Donald Trump surprised many with a blunt warning on social media: if Iraq reinstated the veteran…
Draghi wants real decision-making power in Europe, not a federal Big Bang Expert comment sfarrell.drupa… 6 February 2026 Competitiveness is not enough. The former president of the European Central Bank’s call for ‘pragmatic federalism’ would require Europe to strengthen its decision-making process if it wants to weigh in as a fully-fledged power. This will need bolder coalitions of the willing. …
El presidente estadounidense aseguró en conferencia de prensa que el conflicto culminará “muy pronto”; la Guardia Revolucionaria de Irán afirmó que ellos serán quienes decidan “el fin” del conflicto
La interrupción del suministro de petróleo beneficia a Rusia, al igual que la menor ayuda estadounidense a Ucrania; a su vez, la guerra en Medio Oriente distrae la atención sobre China
El conflicto en Medio Oriente generó un dilema en el país asiático, que siente sus consecuencias
Familias beduinas denuncian hostigamientos, amenazas y ataques de jóvenes extremistas que buscan expulsarlas de sus tierras en el Valle del Jordán; organizaciones de derechos humanos advierten que los episodios se multiplicaron desde el 7 de octubre de 2023
El "hallazgo" en un contendedor de residuos y aquellos recuerdos de la infancia en Venezuela.
En un giro histórico hacia la apertura de mercados, el Parlamento venezolano aprobó en primer debate una nueva Ley de Minas.
La tensión en Oriente Medio escala tras la advertencia de Donald Trump, presidente de EE.UU., de atacar '20 veces má fuerte', si bloquea el petróleo en el estrecho de Ormuz.
La Corte Constitucional se pronunció sobre el acuerdo de inversiones entre Ecuador y Emiratos Árabes Unidos en dictamen preliminar, el control seguirá.
El productor Don Stockwell finalizó dos procesos judiciales en su contra mediante una medida alterna de conciliación. Uno de los involucrados fue Adrián Goldgewicht hijo de la chef Doris Goldgewicht
En la apertura de los mercados las dos referencias del crudo se habían visto arrastradas a una espiral alcista sin precedentes, con el Brent llegando a subir hasta $119,50 y el WTI hasta $119,48.
The president said the U.S. could accompany tankers through the Strait of Hormuz if necessary to keep oil flowing. “We’ve already won in many ways, but we haven’t won enough,” he said.
Mientras, uno de los principales aliados del Kremlin dentro del bloque europeo pidió que se levanten las sanciones contra Moscú impuestas a raíz de la invasión a Ucrania
Debido a la guerra contra Irán, el precio del petróleo rebasó ayer los 100 dólares por barril por primera vez en más de tres años y medio.
Desde EE.UU., el presidente Noboa reafirmó la necesidad de una cooperación hemisférica para desarticular las economías ilícitas.
Tras cierre de la bolsa con precios de petróleo más bajos, el presidente matizó lo que dijo esta mañana a CBS News sobre el fin de la guerra. ¿Qué sigue para Irán?
El tándem Trump-Netanyahu cierra un siglo de tutelaje occidental en la región para imponer a Israel como poder hegemónico
La policía y la familia explican cómo, desesperado en plena ocupación de las tropas de Putin, este hombre salió a por combustible y acabó recibiendo dos disparos en la famosa matanza de la localidad ucrania de hace cuatro años
La presidenta de la Comisión Europea llama a reformar el sistema internacional basado en normas y lanza: “No se debe llorar por el régimen iraní que ha infligido muerte e impuesto represión a su propio pueblo”
La conversación duró cerca de una hora y fue "franca" y "constructiva", según el Kremlin Leer
Donald Trump called the war on Iran a “short-term excursion”, saying the US already achieved “tremendous success”.
Strikes continue as Trump says US attacks on Iran will dramatically increase if it tries to close Strait of Hormuz.
US President Donald Trump cites “information and belief” for his claim that Iran would have taken over the Middle East.
Crude oil prices plunge below $90 a barrel following an earlier surge to almost $120 in price swing over 24 hours.
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Russian oligarch says money is his to allocate despite international sanctions imposed on his assetsThe Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich has stepped up his row with the British government over the £2.5bn proceeds of his sale of Chelsea FC, insisting that the money is his to allocate despite the international sanctions imposed on his assets.The UK and EU imposed sanctions on Abramovich in 2022, freezing his assets…
Both campaigns have been framed differently at different times, with dubious claims of defensive action and a curious reluctance to label it warShifting goals, unclear timelines and a flimsy pretext: at times, the US-Israel campaign against Iran carries curious parallels of Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.The comparison is far from exact. In 2022, Putin sent a massive army across Ukraine’s borders in an…
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Trump wants the war to be over
Le trafic dans le détroit d’Ormuz, par lequel transite près de 20 % du pétrole mondial, est très perturbé depuis le 28 février. Les cours ont connu des variations spectaculaires, malgré l’assurance de Donald Trump, qui affirme que la guerre va « se terminer bientôt ». L’armée israélienne continue de bombarder le Liban en disant viser des cibles du Hezbollah.
Facing pressure after a surge in energy prices, President Trump said the war would be over “very soon.” He later said the fighting would go on for at least another week.
The price of oil had spiked to nearly $120 a barrel on Monday, drawing remarks by President Trump that he believed the war on Iran was “very complete.”
More solar energy was added to U.S. grids than any other technology, but the amount installed fell by 14 percent, according to a new report.
President Trump gave conflicting signals about a possible end to the war with Iran amid wild gyrations in global markets.
Ed Davey, the leader of the Liberal Democrats in Britain, said President Trump does not deserve the “diplomatic coup” of hosting the king for a state visit.
A new report, issued ahead of the president’s summit with Xi Jinping, takes aim at the administration’s record on trade, diplomacy and other aspects of American power.
President Donald Trump called surging oil costs a “very small price to pay.” Group of Seven leaders are set to convene Monday to assess the economic fallout.
By waging war in the Middle East, Trump is set to further strain one of his key voter bases.
The new chapter in defense planning seems like a direct response to Trump’s Golden Dome.
US-China: What are the two superpowers competing for? 18 March 2026 — 3:45PM TO 4:45PM Anonymous (not verified) 2 March 2026 Chatham House and Online Ahead of the upcoming meeting between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump, this event examines what defines the US–China struggle for global influence — and what is at stake. Exploring what defines – and what’s at stake in – the contest for global…
Mientras Irán ofreció abrir el cruce marítimo a quienes implementen medidas contra EU e Israel, Trump dijo que podría tomarlo a la fuerza.
Venezuela necesita una transición política pacífica y reformas económicas para recuperarse.
Ante la interrupción de sus servicios digitales, la ANT solicitó a los GAD que no se apliquen sanciones por el incumplimiento de la calendarización.
Un mundialista de Catar 2022 con Costa Rica volvió a brillar, ahora en el fútbol internacional.