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Teherán da pasos para abandonar el Tratado de No Proliferación Nuclear tras los avisos de EE UU de que arrasará la República Islámica si no reabre el estrecho de Ormuz
Tras los ataques de EE UU, el dirigente iraquí asegura que el ejército se defenderá si vuelve a ser atacado: “No podemos quedarnos de brazos cruzados cuando tenemos mártires y heridos”
La escasa intervención del ejército británico en Oriente Próximo revela las carencias militares actuales del Reino Unido
La ley obliga a los tribunales militares a llevar a la horca, salvo casos excepcionales, a quienes asesinen israelíes en “actos de terrorismo”. La pena capital no requiere unanimidad
El Departamento de Defensa considera “totalmente falsa e inventada” la información del diario sobre la frustrada compra de acciones por parte de un corredor de Bolsa de Hegseth, valorada en varios millones de dólares
Un tercer militar está en estado crítico tras resultar alcanzado por un proyectil de artillería y hay dos heridos más por la explosión de un artefacto
Abate en tierra varios radares y aviones de Estados Unidos, incluyendo un valioso E-3 Sentry Leer
Teherán acusa a Estados Unidos e Israel de llevar a cabo ataques de "falsa bandera" para atribuirlos a Irán y provocar una respuesta regional Leer
Mientras que el presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, se muestra poco preciso sobre sus objetivos militares en Irán, el primer ministro de Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu parece tener un plan más claro.
La nueva ley, aprobada el lunes, fue impulsada con firmeza por la extrema derecha y por el ministro de Seguridad, Itamar Ben-Gvir.
Two military scenarios and one diplomatic one emerge, with Pakistan playing a crucial mediatory role.
Fully loaded Kuwaiti tanker set alight as Israeli military spokesperson says country has ‘the munition, targets and manpower’ to continue campaignKuwaiti tanker hit by Iranian attack in Dubai port, raising oil spill fearsTrump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran’s energy grid if ceasefire not reached ‘shortly’Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry has said it has intercepted and destroyed ten drones over the past hours, and…
Knesset approves measure that has been criticised by European countries and rights groupsIsrael’s parliament has passed a law imposing the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of fatal attacks, a measure sharply criticised as discriminatory by European countries and rights groups.The legislation makes the death penalty the default punishment for Palestinians in the Israeli-occupied West Bank found guilty of…
Differences over war in Iran are hitting working relationships between diplomats, officials and military personnel
After decades of prioritizing domestic over military spending, the continent’s leaders are trying to pivot. That is straining national budgets and could anger voters.
Four visiting senators urged Taiwan to break an impasse over a $40 billion budget proposal, highlighting concerns in Washington about the threat from China.
After years of anonymously documenting abandoned public works projects in Colombia, Luis Carlos Rúa revealed himself days before his election.
The Navy base at Guantánamo Bay sparkles at night while neighbors across a Cuban minefield struggle in darkness driven by a Trump fuel embargo.
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…
The Iran war risks triggering a new wave of nuclear proliferation Expert comment thilton.drupal 30 March 2026 States may be tempted to pursue their own nuclear weapons as they seek deterrence against attacks amid uncertainty over US guarantees. The US-Israeli war with Iran is taking place as the global non-proliferation regime is already under…
The Iran war is exacting a heavy toll on Gulf oil and gas exporters – and creating risk and opportunity in North Africa Expert comment jon.wallace 17 March 2026 The war unleashed on Iran by Israel and the US will have profound implications for Middle East economies – mainly negative for both producers and consumers. For the oil and gas exporters in…
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. But a detail-light, ‘Trumpista-only’ alliance repeats past mistakes in Latin America. Latin America’s regional diplomatic history is littered with failed multilateral…
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…
Film screening: ‘Facing War’ 23 April 2026 — 17:00 TO 18:30 BST Anonymous (not verified) 20 March 2026 Chatham House Join us at Chatham House for this screening documenting the final year in office of former NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg – who headed the organisation from 2014 to 2024 – as he dealt with Russia’s full‑scale invasion of Ukraine. Join us at Chatham House for this screening documenting the…
US-China: What are the two superpowers competing for? 18 March 2026 — 15:45 TO 16:45 GMT Anonymous (not verified) 2 March 2026 Chatham House and Online From trade wars and Taiwan to a fracturing global order, this event examines how the US should approach its relationship with China and what’s at stake for the UK, Europe, and beyond. Exploring what defines – and what’s at stake in – the contest for global…
US–Israel strikes on Iran: What next for the Middle East? 5 March 2026 — 11:30 TO 12:45 GMT 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…
Trump continues to vacillate between saying a deal with Iran is imminent and warning that he’s prepared to increase the military tempo
It has no oil wells, but it has Iran's largest oil terminal, pipelines and storage tanks as well as military facilities, some of which have already been hit
El reporte de la jornada para entender la ofensiva militar, las represalias y el creciente temor a una expansión del enfrentamiento
La nueva ley, impulsada por la ultraderecha, establece la ejecución por ahorcamiento como castigo por defecto y desata fuertes críticas por su carácter discriminatorio
El nuevo gobierno anuló el plan impulsado por su antecesor y avanza con expulsiones, controles laborales y un “escudo fronterizo” con barreras físicas y mayor despliegue militar
Trump afirmó estar en conversaciones con el régimen islámico pero lanzó otra advertencia para que abra el estrecho de Ormuz; Tel Aviv informó que interceptó dos drones provenientes de Yemen
El comunicador, sociólogo y líder barrial de 79 años fue hallado sin vida y embalado dentro de su vivienda en Sauces 6.
Analizamos qué están haciendo algunos países para enfrentar la crisis inflacionaria derivada de la guerra en Medio Oriente.
Madrid ya había negado el uso de las bases de Estados Unidos en territorio español.
South Korean president Myung vowed to respond to the energy crisis caused by Iran war to the fullest extent possible.
Cobertura en tiempo real con las novedades más importantes del conflicto y las acciones del mandatario estadounidense, Donald Trump
Crece la tensión entre EE.UU. y el gobierno de Sánchez
El presidente norteamericano había dicho el domingo que permitiría el ingreso del envío del Kremlin porque los cubanos “lo necesitan para sobrevivir”
Sheinbaum confirmó una donación personal para ayudar a Cuba en medio de la crisis energética, agravada por presiones y amenazas del presidente estadounidense Donald Trump.
Norma entra en conflicto con las leyes fundamentales de Israel que prohíben la discriminación arbitraria. Conozca el trasfondo de la discusión.
Carlos Villagrán revela detalles del conflicto legal y creativo con Roberto Gómez Bolaños que marcó su salida de El Chavo del 8 y el futuro de Kiko.
El presidente de Estados Unidos da a diario su versión sobre la ofensiva en Oriente Próximo en comparecencias, entrevistas y mensajes en su red. “Puedo cambiar de opinión en segundos”, responde cuando le señalan incoherencias
La primera ministra italiana afronta un final de mandato marcado por la derrota en el referéndum constitucional para cambiar el sistema judicial Leer
La espiral de tensión sectaria recrea, paso por paso, las mismas escenas de los años 80, en especial la expulsión del embajador de Irán decretada por Beirut, que Hizbulá considera un "pecado nacional" Leer
Dubai officials said a fire on the Al Salmi tanker had been extinguished and all crew members were safe after strikeMiddle East crisis – live updatesHow could US forcibly reopen strait of Hormuz and what are the risks?Iran attacked and set ablaze a fully loaded crude oil tanker anchored at Dubai port, with the strike damaging the vessel’s hull, in the latest strike on merchant vessels in the Gulf and strait of…
This live blog is now closed.Trump news at a glance: US promotes Elon Musk’s X to fight foreign propagandaSign up for the Breaking News US email alertsThe average price for a gallon of gasoline in the US is about to hit $4, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA).This is up 33% from a month ago, when the average price was $2.98 per gallon. It is the highest national average since 2022, following…
Gavin Newsom signs order to prioritize public safety and rights as president seeks to prevent ‘cumbersome’ rulesCalifornia will impose new standards on artificial intelligence companies seeking to do business with the state, defying Donald Trump’s demands to keep the controversial industry as deregulated as possible.Democratic governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order on Monday that gives the state four months…
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…
Kazakhstan referendum: The new constitution demonstrates a diminishing interest in Western values Expert comment LToremark 13 March 2026 The changes will cement Tokayev’s grip on power and could cause tensions with the West as Kazakhstan seeks to emulate the state-led economies of China and the Gulf. On 15 March, voters in Kazakhstan approved the most…
Tensionada desde 2003 entre los rivales en guerra, Bagdad se enfrenta a la difícil tarea de evitar una escalada de violencia en el país
El presidente norteamericano volvió a abrir la puerta a un acuerdo con un “nuevo y más razonable régimen”; nueva advertencia por el bloqueo estrecho de Ormuz
El Brent tocó los 116 dólares por barril en una jornada atravesada por la guerra en Medio Oriente y las amenazas sobre la oferta iraní; luego retrocedió a raíz del mensaje del G7 que buscaba calmar el mercado
Los acuerdos comerciales de Ecuador pueden generar desventajas si no se aplican medidas contra el dumping y subsidios que protejan la producción nacional.
En el siglo XXI, el conocimiento genera poder e influencia; el desafío está en convertir las ideas en valor.
Comercio entre Ecuador y México se mantiene sólido y con potencial de crecimiento pese a ruptura diplomática y menor inversión.
Las autoridades mexicanas intensifican las labores de limpieza en Veracruz, Tamaulipas y Tabasco tras detectar material contaminante.
Una experiencia turística de alto nivel formó parte de los exclusivos obsequios que fueron entregados a los nominados al Óscar 2026, con alcance global y proyección internacional.
Descubra cómo trasladar sus chats de WhatsApp de iPhone a Android sin perder fotos ni videos. La aplicación lanza nuevas funciones con inteligencia artificial para retocar imágenes y herramientas para liberar espacio en su teléfono.
La historia de Sarah Michelle Gellar y Freddie Prinze Jr. pasó del conflicto en un rodaje a casi 30 años de relación estable en Hollywood, marcada por diferencias y acuerdos familiares.
La Promotora de Comercio Exterior (Procomer) proyecta más de 3.000 reuniones comerciales durante ‘Encadenados 2026′, con el objetivo de impulsar nuevos negocios
Su cumplimiento es verificado e inspeccionado por el Organismo Internacional de Energía Atómica (OIEA), con sede en Viena. Leer
From a shop owner in India to a community worker in New South Wales, rising fuel prices are forcing people to ration oil usageMiddle East crisis – live updatesAlagesan, 35, needs liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to run his roadside drink and snack shop in Coimbatore, India, but with the fuel shortage since the US-Israel attacks on Iran, he worries his business could fold.“I am far away from the Middle East, but my life…
El barril WTI cierra por encima de los $100 por primera vez en el conflicto. Trump amenaza con destruir la terminal de Jark si no se libera el estrecho de Ormuz.
El presidente estadounidense asegura que autorizó la llegada del buque que lleva 730.000 barrilles de crudo y enfatiza que no tiene problemas con que otros países ayuden a La Habana
La norma, muy discutida y dirigida a condenados por terrorismo, fue promovida por el partido ultraderechista de Ben Gvir. Netanyahu vota a favor Leer
Moscú envía por "razones humanitarias" a su viejo aliado 730.000 barriles de crudo y Washington hace la vista gorda Leer
Asegura que Estados Unidos se encuentra en "conversaciones serias" con un nuevo gobierno iraní, que calificó de "más razonable" que el anterior Leer
Trump estudia una operación para capturar media tonelada de este material imprescindible para producir un arma atómica Leer
No está claro por qué la administración Trump permitió el paso del cargamento. En cualquier caso, proporcionaría un alivio significativo a Cuba Leer
El carguero llegó a aguas cubanas apenas unas horas después de que Donald Trump dijera que no tenía "ningún problema" con su llegada.
Las exportaciones del cangrejo azul de Venezuela a Estados Unidos sumaron varias decenas de millones de dólares en los últimos años, pero una norma legal paralizó la industria.
Resumption of diplomatic operations come three months after former president Maduro was abductedSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThe US government is resuming operations at its embassy in Venezuela, the state department announced on Monday, nearly three months since former president Nicolás Maduro was abducted from the country and locked up in the US.The resumption of US…
Oil prices on course for record monthly rise amid risk of further escalation and mixed messaging from USDonald Trump has threatened to “obliterate” Iran’s power stations and fresh water plants if Tehran does not agree to peace terms “shortly”, even as he claimed diplomatic progress in ending the war that was instigated by the US and Israel.Tehran has remained defiant during the month-long conflict, describing US…
Chad Bianco, the Riverside county sheriff also running for governor, had seized 650,000 ballotsChad Bianco, the Riverside county sheriff, has halted a contentious investigation into a alleged voter fraud that has drawn opposition from the state’s attorney general.The move marks a major reversal for Bianco, a prominent Donald Trump supporter who is one of the top two Republican candidates running for the governorship…
If approved, move is latest in series of buildings, warships, institutions, programs and currency named after presidentHe has buildings, institutions, government programs, warships, currency, and now Donald Trump is getting an airport that bears his name even as he looks forward to a towering Trump presidential library in Miami.Ron DeSantis, Florida’s governor, signed a bill on Monday saying the Palm Beach…
Also in this newsletter: the former Putin translator overseeing the Hungarian election observation mission
With new outages and blockages, President Vladimir V. Putin is taking his boldest steps yet to control Russians’ communications.
The president wants a negotiation, but the Iranians say they are refusing until a cease-fire is declared. And while Marines and the 82nd Airborne Division offer new leverage, the risks escalate quickly.
The Trump administration appears to have embraced a new foreign policy tactic: getting rid of leaders it doesn’t like. Here’s how that can go wrong.
President Trump threatened to hit vital infrastructure in Iran if the Strait of Hormuz was not reopened, but he also said that “regime change” had already been achieved.
President Trump said in a newspaper interview that the United States might try to invade the Persian Gulf island, which is Iran’s main oil export hub.
President Trump suggested that Iran’s current leaders were “much more reasonable” as he sought to show progress in his war aims. Iran’s power structure appears firmly in control despite a month of U.S.-Israeli attacks.
Iran contradicted Trump’s claims that direct talks with more a moderate regime in Tehran were making “great progress.”
At the same time, the White House has threatened to obliterate Tehran’s energy sector if a deal isn’t reached soon.
One month in, the Islamic Republic is winning merely by surviving.
Don’t overthink it. The Iran war is bad for Russia.
Tras derrame en Golfo de México, expertos cuestionaron capacidad y procedimientos para contener desastre, lo que podría afectar inversiones.
Estudiantes y profesionales pueden acceder a capacitación clave en un sector con alta proyección internacional y creciente demanda.
Un estudio internacional revela que el yoga de alta intensidad mejora el sueño más que caminar o hacer pesas. La práctica muestra efectos desde ocho semanas.