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La víctima es el maquinista del convoy, que ha chocado contra el vehículo pesado en un paso a nivel cerca de Calais
El arresto de Ben Roberts-Smith se produce en el marco de una investigación sobre posibles violaciones de derecho internacional humanitario durante el conflicto
Según el presidente estadounidense, los intermediarios se apropiaron de los cargamentos
El ejército israelí busca “seguir desgastando a Hezbolá” mientras la ONU alerta de que el conflicto carece de solución militar
Argentina y Chile coordinan por primera vez sus políticas de seguridad y migración Leer
El Departamento de Seguridad Nacional indicó que la joven fue arrestada después de intentar entrar a una base militar y recordó que ella no tiene estatus legal para estar en EEUU y que existe una orden de deportación Leer
La guerra transita una situación caótica concebida para durar días y que atraviesa su quinta semana sin que se vea el final Leer
El ministro de Defensa israelí, Israel Katz, y las Fuerzas de Defensa de Israel (FDI) se atribuyeron la responsabilidad de esta muerte.
'We’re now seeing very concerning strikes on nuclear facilities in Iran that risk further radioactive contamination.'
The WHO has warned of 'catastrophic' risks if radioactive release occurs.
Queensland senator ‘steadfast’ in her support of former Australian soldier as police charge him with five counts of war crime – murderFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe One Nation leader, Pauline Hanson, says she will not “abandon” Ben Roberts-Smith despite his arrest over war crimes, as the Greens declare “no one should be above the…
Woman denies allegations of aggravated kidnapping during Augusto Pinochet’s 1970s military dictatorshipFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA former Sydney nanny and cleaner accused by Chile of being a torturer and kidnapper for Augusto Pinochet’s military dictatorship in the 1970s will be extradited to Chile to face court over kidnapping…
Claims explosives found near pipeline come before election in which PM Viktor Orbán is trailing in most pollsHungary has placed the gas pipeline that straddles the Serbian border under military protection, the prime minister, Viktor Orbán, has said, as accusations of a false-flag operation continued to swirl before a crunch election at the weekend and an official visit on Tuesday from the US vice-president, JD…
Israel warns Iranians to immediately stop using trains or being near railway lines, saying it would ‘endanger’ their livesHere are some of the latest images coming in from the Middle East as the war continues in week six.The Israeli military has just warned the people of Iran not to use trains, saying that doing so “endangers your life”.Dear Citizens, for the sake of your security, we kindly request that from this…
Threat comes after US president said he would bomb power plants and bridges if Iran did not reopen strait of HormuzMiddle East crisis – live updatesIsrael warned Iranians this morning that their lives would be at risk if they use the country’s railways on Tuesday before the end of a negotiating deadline imposed by Donald Trump with a threat to destroy Iran’s bridges and power plants.Israel’s military, writing in…
After the deadliest attack in Afghanistan since the Taliban took over, families searched among photos and remains for signs of their relatives.
U.S. and Iraqi officials say they believe freelancer Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped last week by Kataib Hezbollah, a paramilitary group with links to Iran.
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…
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 said his displeasure with NATO started with Greenland. 'We want Greenland. They don't want to give it to us. And I said, "bye, bye"‘
El reporte de la jornada para entender la ofensiva militar, las represalias y el creciente temor a una expansión del enfrentamiento
Zelensky ofreció un cese recíproco de agresiones contra infraestructura esencial; la escalada militar continúa con ofensivas en ambos territorios y víctimas civiles
El gobierno aclaró que la autorización será automática mientras el servicio siga siendo voluntario; la norma desató protestas en todo el país ante el temor de un regreso al servicio militar obligatorio
La aventura tiene un principio y un fin. Una experiencia no muy distinta a la de ver una película.
Por primera vez, el coloso de la Armada estadounidense participará en maniobras tácticas con la Marina ecuatoriana.
La CNJ dará a conocer la decisión sobre la extradición de alias 'Topo', segundo al mando de Los Choneros, en los próximos días; la defensa argumentó el rechazo.
Este lunes se confirmó cómo se conformará la defensa del costarricense en Estados Unidos.
Cohetes robóticos solares vigilan pítons birmanesas en los Everglades. Nueva estrategia en la Flórida intenta frenar la expansión de la especie invasora.
"Están en una lista roja de animales en peligro de extinción. Preservarlos es muy importante" Leer
Analizamos qué están haciendo algunos países para enfrentar la crisis inflacionaria derivada de la guerra en Medio Oriente.
A quarter of Pakistani households are now using solar panels. This insulates millions of families from the energy crisis
Lebanon grows increasingly divided as escalating Israeli bombardment and ground invasion worsen displacement crisis.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis calls alleged scamming of EU agricultural funds ‘a turning point’ The Greek prime minister has vowed to tackle what he has called a “deep state” he says is plaguing the country, as he sought to address a growing political crisis over a farm fraud scandal that has forced the resignation of multiple government ministers.In a speech, aired on national TV, Kyriakos Mitsotakis attempted to limit the…
US president acknowledges ‘significant’ 10-point peace plan submitted by Tehran but says it is ‘not good enough’Middle East crisis – live updatesDiplomatic negotiations aimed at halting the war in the Middle East appeared to be faltering a day before a deadline imposed by Donald Trump with a threat to destroy Iran’s bridges and attack its power plants.Mediators from Pakistan, Egypt and Turkey want both sides to…
President’s press conference after White House Easter egg roll did little to dispel fears he has lost touch with realityMiddle East crisis live – latest updatesDonald Trump began his day standing with a person in a giant bunny costume and boasting about the Iran war to an audience of children.The annual Easter egg roll on the White House South Lawn conjured a fitting Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland image for a US…
Hospitality sector already hit by increases to business rates and wages
Myanmar will be hit worst.
Cobertura en tiempo real con las novedades más importantes del conflicto y las acciones del mandatario estadounidense, Donald Trump
En diálogo con LN+, el analista Andrés Repetto profundizó en la decisión del mandatario estadounidense de extender el plazo para alcanzar una resolución definitiva con Irán y el estrecho de Ormuz
El presidente estadounidense alterna anuncios de fin de la guerra con amenazas de bombardeos masivos, mientras líderes globales intentan evitar una crisis mayor en el estrecho de Ormuz
Estados Unidos ignoró el descubrimiento sobre la fiebre amarilla del médico Carlos Finlay, hasta que un joven compatriota experimentó con su propio cuerpo.La guerra hispano-estadounidense del siglo XIX motivó a los expertos norteamericanos a interesarse más en la lucha contra las enfermedades del Caribe.
Acuerdo entre productores y ambientalistas en Patagonia busca salvar al chorlito ceniciento, una de las aves más amenazadas del mundo con menos de 1.000 individuos.
Moscú ha llevado a cabo casi 5.000 ataques y ha causado daños en más de 25.000 infraestructuras en cuatro años
Hungría vota el 12 de abril en el pulso más difícil en 16 años, con el Fidesz del primer ministro actualmente por detrás en las encuestas Leer
El presidente asegura que no habrá nuevos aplazamientos (aunque en realidad su Presidencia está marcada por hacerlo una y otra vez) y que las consecuencias serán devastadoras Leer
El conflicto con la prensa no es nuevo en el discurso político de Trump, pero este último episodio marca una escalada relevante al plantear abiertamente el uso de mecanismos coercitivos contra periodistas. Leer
Azar Nafisi advierte que, más allá del conflicto que tiene lugar en Irán, las mujeres libran una "lucha existencial" por preservar su identidad bajo la Revolución islámica.
US President Donald Trump said ‘Tuesday will be power plant day’ in a vulgar post on social media.
Anutin Charnvirakul encourages measures such as home working and carpooling as country is reliant on oil importsThailand’s prime minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, has called on the public to conserve energy, urging work-from-home measures and carpooling, as he warned of the impact of the conflict in the Middle East.In a statement posted on social media, Anutin said Thailand was exposed to the crisis because of its…
L’ambassadeur iranien au Pakistan a dit que les discussions approchaient « d’une étape critique », à quelques heures d’un nouvel ultimatum de Donald Trump, qui menace désormais de détruire des infrastructures essentielles.
The president has given Iranian officials until 8 p.m. Tuesday to make a ceasefire deal or face widespread destruction. Tehran on Monday reasserted its rejection of U.S. demands.
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…
El presidente señaló que hay “negociaciones” con el régimen, aunque mantuvo el ultimátum que vence el martes por la noche; advirtió que la “demolición total” del país persa podría demandar cuatro horas
Un grupo de periodistas de la agencia AP fue autorizado a entrar por el régimen islámico; manejaron desde la frontera de Turquía hasta Teherán y esto es lo que vieron a su paso
Los valores en pesos vienen bajando y el dólar sigue barato.Las empresas han aumentados sus promociones con descuentos y planes de pago más beneficiosos.Pero hay factores que pueden alterar este "veranito".
En mensaje que impactó por cruda beligerancia y lenguaje soez, Donald Trump arreció su amenaza a Irán para que reabra el Estrecho de Ormuz.
Cuba necesita una transición pacífica hacia un modelo más abierto.
El diésel en las gasolineras brasileñas aumentó casi un 24% desde el inicio de la guerra a fines de febrero
Autoridades enfrentan una emergencia sanitaria por hojas impregnadas con cócteles de sustancias sintéticas que ya han provocado múltiples muertes entre reclusos
Teherán solo reabrirá el estrecho de Ormuz en el marco de un acuerdo de paz definitivo. Israel ataca el mayor yacimiento de gas natural del mundo, otra planta petroquímica y tres aeropuertos
Mientras Washington intensifica la presión sobre La Habana, la escasez de energía se agrava y alimenta un éxodo masivo del país. Desde el exilio, los que se fueron siguen pendientes de quienes se quedaron
En Taobao, la plataforma de comercio electrónico de Alibaba, es posible contratar un servicio de "llorar y gritar" en funerales por alrededor de 200 euros Leer
Ucrania ha golpeado en repetidas ocasiones terminales de carga de petróleo del mar Negro y el mar Báltico que Rusia utiliza para exportar crudo Leer
Los iraníes responden a la amenaza del presidente estadounidense de destruir las plantas de energía y los puentes de Irán a menos que el país abra el estrecho de Ormuz.
La virtual paralización del comercio marítimo a través del estrecho de Ormuz no solamente repercute en el aumento global del precio del crudo, si no que también está afectando las posibilidades de Irán de importar alimentos y fertilizantes.
Also in today’s newsletter: JPMorgan’s Canary Wharf tower and Anthropic-Google chips deal
Even potato chips aren’t safe from the ripple effects of President Trump’s Iran war, which is disrupting supply chains across Asia.
Es una respuesta extrema a la amenaza de Trump de bombardear mañana infraestructura clave para que Teherán libere el estrecho de Ormuz
La visita del vicepresidente estadounidense se produce cinco días antes de las elecciones más difíciles para el primer ministro de Hungría
Miles de ciudadanos de otros países, como cubanos, haitianos o venezolanos, están siendo enviados por el Gobierno Trump a territorio mexicano, donde quedan atrapados sin poder regularizarse
Trump believes God backs US in Iran war, Hegseth compares airman's rescue to Jesus' resurrection
Trump has issued a strict deadline, but a defiant Iran says the threats by the US president are 'delusional'.
The bridge linking Saudi Arabia and Bahrain has been briefly closed as Trump threatens to hit Iranian infrastructure.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says US forces are carrying out more strikes on Iran than any day since start of war.
US president says Washington, as the 'winner' of the war, has a 'concept' for charging a toll in the strategic waterway.
Mixed stock market reaction to president’s comments, while IMF chief warns of inflation and slower growthBusiness live – latest updatesOil traded at more than $110 a barrel on Tuesday, before dipping in volatile trading, after Donald Trump said all of Iran could be “taken out” in one night.Brent crude, the international benchmark for oil prices, rose by 1% to $111 a barrel, before slipping back to $109.40 as…
First trip by a Kuomintang chair in a decade comes shortly ahead of planned Beijing summit with Donald Trump
Also in this newsletter: Brussels calls out Trump’s ‘illegal’ Iran threat
President steps up threats to target civil infrastructure if Tehran does not agree deal by Tuesday night
En accueillant la présidente du Kouomintang, une première depuis dix ans, Pékin veut convaincre Donald Trump qu’il est possible d’éviter la guerre dans le détroit et freiner les ventes d’armes américaines à Taïwan.
Israel and Iran traded fresh attacks on Tuesday after President Trump said a cease-fire proposal was “not good enough.” Mr. Trump has threatened to destroy Iran’s bridges and power plants if it does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 8 p.m. Eastern.
The demand reflects both the U.S. administration’s eagerness to secure a lasting cease-fire in Gaza and its growing impatience with the Palestinian militant group.
Global leaders are struggling in their efforts to find a way to end the American-Israeli war on Iran, and they are spooked about what President Trump might do next.
President Trump escalated his threats ahead of his pending Tuesday deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump has told Iran it must open the Strait of Hormuz by 8 p.m. Tuesday or face the consequences, although he has delayed previous deadlines.
As President Trump’s deadline for new attacks loomed, Iran conveyed its conditions through Pakistani intermediaries.
The president wants third countries to take migrants who can’t be sent back home. To get that, almost everything is up for negotiation.
One potential off-ramp appeared when Iran offered a 10-point counterproposal for ending the war that President Trump called a significant step, if “not good enough.”
While organizations in the developing world were nearly shut out, the big aid agencies DOGE had called wasteful received huge infusions of cash, a new analysis found.
The president vowed anew to destroy Iranian bridges and energy sites if a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz isn’t reached.
A dearth of information has been disclosed about the agreements, fueling speculation that the “America First” approach to foreign aid is exploitative.
Trump has given Tehran 24 hours to agree to a peace deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz or else face massive strikes.
Violent language has become a consistent and completely counterproductive part of Donald Trump’s foreign policy.
Trumpian chaos conceals a wider bipartisan shift aimed at China.
Trump said the F-15 was shot down by a shoulder-fired heat-seeking missile, with the jet's two-person crew ejecting and landing in different locations inside Iran
Poilievre gave his assessment of the unfolding U.S-Israel war against the Iranian regime on his latest podcast appearance
El presidente de Estados Unidos se comunicó con la tripulación de la nave Orión y destacó el “valor” y el trabajo del equipo para completar el objetivo con éxito
El Presidente de EU, Donald Trump, mantuvo una conversación con los astronautas de Artemis II, a quienes les felicitó por 'hacer historia'.
Un grupo internacional de científicos descubrió un cambio notable en la selva amazónica tras tres décadas de investigación.
El presidente de Estados Unidos celebra su colaboración con el gobierno de Delcy Rodríguez.
Trump fijó para el martes por la noche un ultimátum a Irán para que abra el estrecho de Ormuz.