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‘Detonantes’ como el asesinato de Nowak o el intento de decapitación en la capital norirlandesa movilizan a miles de personas
Varsovia asegura que ha reducido a cero la entrada de solicitantes de asilo en nombre de la seguridad nacional
Militares y colonos judíos expulsan de manera “brutal” a comunidades beduinas para intensificar la ocupación de tierras ante lo que esta ONG considera pasividad internacional
Washington obliga al chavismo a recuperar el territorio para que entren inversores privados Leer
Kiev confirma con una filtración la muerte de Damir Davidov, responsable del suministro de armamento al ejército ruso Leer
Son una versión menos costosa de los Patriot. Tienen un alcance de 3.000 kilómetros. Y desde hace ya varios meses se han convertido en la pesadilla de las refinerías y de las bases militares rusas Leer
Se activaron las defensas antiaéreas en Teherán, mientras se escucharon explosiones en ciudades del sur de Irán como Sirik y la isla de Qeshm Leer
El objetivo de este despliegue es establecer una "franja robótica" en la línea de contacto con el enemigo para que el primer contacto con el adversario sea una máquina y no una unidad tripulada Leer
Iran slams US-backed IAEA resolution as 'politically motivated' and warns it could complicate ceasefire talks.
Video released by US Central Command shows what the military says are ‘self-defence’ strikes on Iranian targets.
US defense secretary continues ramp-up of pressure against country including sanctions and devastating oil blockadePete Hegseth has warned Cuba against acquiring weapons that could threaten the United States, during a visit to the US military base at Guantánamo Bay.Washington has ramped up pressure against Cuba with sanctions and a devastating oil blockade, and Donald Trump has repeatedly signaled that the Cuban…
Former Labor foreign affairs minister says belief US would defend Australia in event of an existential attack is a ‘ludicrous delusion’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAukus will prove to be one of the worst defence and foreign policy decisions ever made by an Australian government and is only being permitted by Donald Trump in order to…
A U.S. military official said the president’s seemingly dramatic announcement on Wednesday referred to a previously reported effort to shepherd commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
The victim is an outspoken critic of Indonesia’s powerful military, and military prosecutors took over the case despite his objections.
The death of the officer appeared to add to a string of targeted assassinations of high-profile opponents of Ukraine inside Russia.
Two water tanks serving thousands of people were damaged, the local authorities said. The U.S. military declined to comment.
The 24 crew members were stranded for more than two hours before being rescued by an Omani military helicopter. The U.S. military said that the ship had violated its blockade of Iran.
Middle powers have alternatives, and AI labs have opinions.
Syrian President al-Sharaa on Iran war: ‘Syria will remain outside this conflict’ News release jon.wallace 1 April 2026 In his first UK public event, President Ahmed al-Sharaa urged negotiations to resolve the US-Israeli war on Iran – and discussed elections, reconstruction and foreign policy. Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa visited Chatham House on…
Sudan grassroots aid groups awarded 2025 Chatham House Prize News release jon.wallace 21 November 2025 The prize is presented to ‘the person, persons, or organization deemed to have made the most significant contribution to the improvement of international relations’. Sudan’s grassroots mutual aid groups – the Emergency Response Rooms (ERRs) – have…
Vice President Mike Pence on US-Saudi summit: ‘very real concern’ on F35 sales; criticizes Trump’s comment on Jamal Khashoggi killing News release jon.wallace 19 November 2025 The former vice president also expressed support for the US–UK ‘special relationship’ and for NATO and defended his 2017-21 administration’s record. 48th Vice President of the…
Chatham House hosts Black History Month exhibition ‘Standing Firm in Power & Pride: The Black Experience in Britain’ News release jon.wallace 30 October 2025 150 guests attended the opening reception for a remarkable exhibition showcasing the resilience, achievements, and struggles that shape Black British identity. Chatham House’s EDI Working…
Chatham House fellow provides evidence to UK Parliament Joint Select Committee on the National Security Strategy News release jon.wallace 27 October 2025 Senior Research Fellow Dr Marion Messmer provided evidence to the committee on 22 October. Senior Research Fellow Dr Marion Messmer provided evidence to a session of the UK Parliament’s Joint…
Chatham House launches Global Governance and Security Centre News release jon.wallace 12 September 2025 Launched on 9 September, the new Centre’s research and convening will explore how to improve global governance to inform a new international order. Chatham House launched its new Global Governance and Security Centre on 9 September, with an event,…
New presidents of Chatham House News release krousseau.drupal 3 September 2025 Valerie Amos and Theresa May were approved as Chatham House’s new presidents at the Institute’s AGM on 2 September. Valerie Amos and Theresa May have been appointed as new presidents of Chatham House, the international affairs think-tank.They will join former New Zealand…
UN General Assembly may see ‘the last attempt’ at implementing the two-state solution, says Dr Husam Zomlot News release thilton.drupal 2 September 2025 Speaking at Chatham House, Dr Zomlot asked the UK and other countries to view recognition of a Palestinian state as a first step. Dr Husam Zomlot, Head of the Palestinian Mission to the United…
General Sir Richard Barrons KCB CBE to join Chatham House as security expert News release krousseau.drupal 4 August 2025 Sir Richard will join Chatham House as a senior consulting fellow in September. Chatham House announced on Monday that General Sir Richard Barrons will join its International Security Programme as a senior consulting fellow. Sir…
Armenia’s election: Voters to decide on Pashinyan’s peace agenda Expert comment jon.wallace 27 May 2026 Armenians face a febrile campaign but feel the benefits of improved security since hostilities with Azerbaijan ended. On 7 June Armenia will hold one of its most pivotal elections since regaining independence in 1991. The vote arrives as the country…
Xi and Trump won’t discuss China’s growing nuclear arsenal Expert comment jon.wallace 13 May 2026 But they can make important progress at their summit, by sharing their threat perceptions about the nuclear escalation risks brought by AI. President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping will discuss some difficult topics at their summit this week – not…
Trump–Xi summit will be about managing US–China rivalry, not resolving it Expert comment LToremark 13 May 2026 The summit’s short agenda reveals a preference for continuing stability, which buys time. The question is how each side will use it. When US President Trump and China’s President Xi meet in Beijing this week, the US list of concrete…
China will benefit from the Iran war, regardless of any deal between Trump and Tehran Expert comment jon.wallace 6 May 2026 China will not displace the US as regional security guarantor, but it could play an important role building a new regional order, as Gulf states rethink their security strategies. The war in Iran has made China’s future posture…
Political deadlock has left Iraq’s Kurdistan Region dangerously exposed amid Iran war Expert comment LToremark 29 April 2026 The stalemate over government formation is affecting the semi-autonomous region’s ability to deal with the fallout of the Iran war – and eroding its autonomy. More than 18 months have passed since voters in the semi-autonomous…
How will the war in Iran affect Ukraine? 11 March 2026 — 15:00 TO 16:15 GMT Anonymous (not verified) 4 March 2026 Online Assessing the geopolitical, military and economic spillover effects of the Iran conflict on Russia’s war against Ukraine. Experts examine how Middle East conflict may alter the course of the war in Ukraine. The recent…
Trump also said that the American military is taking 'millions of barrels of oil' out of the Islamic republic nightly
Las fuerzas del Comando Central norteamericano lanzaron una ofensiva adicional “de legítima defensa” ante lo que calificaron como una “agresión injustificada y continua” por parte del régimen
El jefe del Pentágono visitó la histórica base naval e instó al gobierno de Miguel Díaz-Canel a abstenerse de adquirir armamento que pueda alcanzar territorio estadounidense; “estarían provocando un tipo de enfrentamiento que no podrían soportar”, aseguró
El trágico hecho ocurrió el domingo por la tarde sobre la avenida Owensmouth al 8000; el Departamento de Policía local abrió una investigación por asesinato y suicidio
De enero a mayo de 2026, el control de eventos clandestinos abrió 22 procesos sancionatorios por fiestas no autorizadas en Quito
La violencia escolar aumenta en Manta: un adolescente murió tras un ataque armado cerca de su colegio.
Donald Trump ordenó nuevos ataques tras acusar a Teherán de retrasar la tregua. Conozca las infraestructuras que están bajo la mira militar.
Los presuntos narcotraficantes enviados por México fueron transportados en ocho aeronaves hasta varias ciudades de Estados Unidos, en una operación en la que participaron más de 3.000 efectivos de seguridad con cientos de vehículos.
Trump amenaza con una nueva ronda de ataques este jueves si Teherán no acepta sus condiciones para la paz
La ONU alerta de que millones de personas necesitadas de protección están regresando a casa por las presiones de los Estados de acogida
Experts warn that rising temperatures, erratic rainfall and rapid urbanisation have transformed the seasonal disease.
A Guardian analysis reveals how most of 39 countries facing US entry restrictions are most vulnerable environmentally‘Every day it’s more barriers’: how the US is shutting out climate refugeesDonald Trump’s immigration crackdown is largely targeting people from the countries most vulnerable to displacement from climate-driven disasters, a Guardian analysis shows.As the Trump administration pushes policies to boost…
Critically endangered Tapanuli orangutan population falls after heavy rain and landslides, fuelled by climate crisis, in North SumatraExtreme rainfall and landslides fuelled by the climate crisis killed 7% of the remaining population of the world’s rarest great ape, a study has found, prompting fears for the species’ survival.The research suggests 58 out of the remaining 800 critically endangered Tapanuli orangutans…
US launches second round of airstrikes on Iran, and Tehran responds by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and JordanUS strikes Iran for second day, as ceasefire appears close to collapseThree Indian seafarers were killed in a US attack on an oil tanker earlier this week, India’s shipping minister, Sarbananda Sonowal, said.“It is deeply unfortunate to learn of the tragic incident aboard the Palau-flagged MT Settebello.…
Explosions reported across Iran after Donald Trump vowed to ‘hit them hard again’, with Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan targeted by TehranMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe US launched a new round of airstrikes on Iran into Thursday morning after Donald Trump warned Tehran would “pay the price” for stalled negotiations, prompting Iran to respond with strikes targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan.The new US assault…
This live blog is now closed.Sign up for the Breaking News US emailDonald Trump’s immigration crackdown is largely targeting people from the countries most vulnerable to displacement from climate-driven disasters, a Guardian analysis shows.As the Trump administration pushes policies to boost planet-heating fossil fuels, millions of people are being forced to flee their homelands due to storms, floods and droughts…
Hundreds of Kenyans have marched through the streets to oppose a quarantine facility that would be reserved exclusively for American patients.
The Hormuz inflation shock is only just beginning Expert comment thilton.drupal 13 May 2026 A major inflation shock is likely thanks to high global energy prices. As statistics authorities across the globe start to publish inflation data for the month of April, the scale of the Hormuz inflation shock is slowly becoming visible. The US announced its…
En comunicación con LN+, Mookie Tenembaum profundizó en el escenario actual del mandatario estadounidense a tan solo horas del comienzo de la Copa del Mundo y en medio de bombardeos en el Golfo
Tras mesa de diálogo, Segob llamó a CNTE a avanzar en acuerdos y presentar contrapropuesta sobre pensiones; confía en respuesta 'positiva'.
El informe, de 300 páginas, más de 10.000 fotografías y videos analizados y numerosos testimonios, revela desgarradores patrones de violencia sexual, perpetrada de manera premeditada por el grupo terrorista en el ataque y a rehenes durante el cautiverio Leer
Emmanuel Macron reconoce los "fallos" pero pide evitar "la precipitación y la demagogia" Leer
Venezuela tiene las reservas probadas de crudo más grandes del mundo y un enorme potencial hidroeléctrico, pese a lo cual el país tiene graves problemas con el servicio eléctrico.
A wave of US strikes represents the gravest test yet of the fragile truce. Here’s what happened, what officials are saying and whether the deal can surviveMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe US has launched a wave of strikes across southern Iran for a second consecutive day. Although there have been several breaches since a ceasefire was agreed between the two sides in April, the attacks this week – launched after…
The president’s comments come at a crucial moment in talks among the three countries over the renewal of their free-trade agreement.
Trump-Putin meeting on Ukraine: Early analysis from Chatham House experts News release sfarrell.drupa… 16 August 2025 Chatham House analysts give their initial reaction and insights after US President Donald Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage on Friday. US President Donald Trump met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday…
Kenya’s G7 role must address the economic pressures fuelling domestic criticism of President Ruto Expert comment LToremark 10 June 2026 Kenya has felt the pressures of costly debt, risk-averse Western investment and China’s industrial dominance. The G7 summit on global economic imbalances is a chance to speak up. Kenya’s participation at the G7 summit…
Global trade imbalances have changed since the 2008 financial crisis. Now they reflect new risks Expert comment thilton.drupal 3 June 2026 Economists and policymakers are increasingly concerned about deep imbalances in the global economy. These reflect US-China rivalry and shifting geopolitics rather than the financial excess that led to the 2008 crash. …
In the face of growing AI cyber threats, do middle powers have agency? Expert comment thilton.drupal 29 May 2026 Leaps in AI models are making middle powers anxious about their cybersecurity. But previous cyber crises teach us that they are stronger working together than apart. Earlier this week, US president Donald Trump signed an executive order on…
The flow of arms and money feeding the war in Sudan can be cut. What is missing is the will Expert comment jon.wallace 20 May 2026 Diplomacy that does not disrupt the flow of foreign weapons, finance, and logistics into Sudan is underwriting, rather than ending the war. It is three years since conflict broke out between the two armed centres of…
Reimagining pandemic prevention, preparedness and resilience 27 May 2026 — 13:00 TO 14:00 BST Anonymous (not verified) 6 May 2026 Chatham House and Online Why breaking the inequality-pandemic cycle is the missing link in global health security. Why breaking the inequality-pandemic cycle is the missing link in global pandemic prevention and preparedness The world today is marked by persistent inequality…
En una ceremonia histórica en Barcelona, el Papa inauguró la cruz de Cristo con un fuerte mensaje contra la guerra y llamó a la unidad en una España marcada por la polarización
El presidente norteamericano afirmó que el régimen “tendrá que pagar el precio” por haber tardado demasiado en negociar una salida diplomática al conflicto; máxima tensión en la región
“Las cifras fueron magníficas... me encanta la inflación”, dijo Trump
El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, afirmó que acudirá a partidos del Mundial, en medio de controversias por las restricciones migratorias.
Corte Interamericana declaró responsable al Estado venezolano por la detención ilegal y tortura de Jorge Rojas Riera en 2003 y exige cierre permanente del Helicoide
Fedecámaras pide diálogo entre EEUU y Venezuela sobre licencia. Oposición propone reforma energética. Cae levemente la producción petrolera. Póngase al día con las 5 principales noticias de Venezuela hoy 12 de marzo de 2025.
Ante un posible impacto negativo tras el retiro de una licencia a la petrolera Chevron, el principal gremio de empresarios de Venezuela llamó a Caracas y Washington a reanudar conversaciones.
Las elecciones de gobernadores y diputados en Venezuela previstas para el 25 de mayo se desarrollan con un calendario fantasma, sin haberse convocado oficialmente y con una “informalidad” que podría erosionar la legitimidad del voto, según expertos.
Secretario Rubio afirma que en Venezuela hay un “régimen corrupto”. Aumenta retorno de venezolanos a Colombia. El 86 % de los hogares son pobres, según OVF. Póngase al día con las 5 principales noticias de Venezuela hoy 11 de marzo de 2025.
Los vuelos con migrantes venezolanos irregulares deportados de Estados Unidos hacia Venezuela están “afectados” tras la decisión del presidente Donald Trump de revocar la licencia que permitía a la petrolera Chevron operar en suelo venezolano, dijo el gobernante Nicolás Maduro.
Varias personalidades de la vida política estadounidense ya han testificado ante la comisión de investigación, entre ellas Bill Clinton y el actual secretario de Comercio, Howard Lutnick Leer
Los consumidores sienten cada vez más la presión de la guerra entre Estados Unidos e Israel en Irán
Dr Fatih Birol, IEA Executive Director, on the Strait of Hormuz crisis and global energy security 21 May 2026 — 12:00 TO 13:00 BST Anonymous (not verified) 14 May 2026 Chatham House and Online Fatih Birol assesses how Middle East tensions are reshaping global energy markets and economic stability. Faith Birol assesses how Middle East tensions are reshaping global energy markets and economic stability. …
El dato de mayo reaviva las dudas sobre el rumbo económico norteamericano, mientras la suba del petróleo por el conflicto regional complica el margen de maniobra de la Casa Blanca
“No necesitamos nada de lo que tiene Canadá, no necesitamos nada de lo que tiene México, pero ellos necesitan todo lo que tenemos nosotros”, dijo Trump
A finales de abril, los gobiernos de Venezuela, Estados Unidos y Reino Unido realizaron una operación para llevarse de Venezuela una carga de uranio altamente enriquecido. BBC Mundo te cuenta cómo fue.
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, launches retaliatory strikes on US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan after US attacks.
People have absorbed violence and terror into their lives. Somehow, they keep going – quietly rescuing, evacuating, replacing, mending, adapting … and sometimes saving tiny animalsIt was a glorious balmy night, and I was walking home from dinner. I’d just eaten fried red mullet from the Black Sea on a pavement terrace, listening to the cries of the last swifts as darkness crept over the city. A couple of blocks from…
As the US prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary and Trump turns 80, what state is the country in? And its president?This weekend kicks off an extravaganza of celebrations for the US, marking 250 years of independence from Britain – and for Donald Trump, marking 80 years of being, well, him.Presidents gone-by would have used a milestone anniversary to promote national unity. Trump is organising a cage fight.…
Escalation of hostilities comes as Trump piles pressure on Tehran to agree a deal
Prime minister blamed for curbing attacks at Donald Trump’s request
Le président des Etats-Unis utilise la compétition majeure du football international – que son pays coorganise avec le Mexique et le Canada – comme un instrument à sa propre gloire, avec la complicité de la FIFA.
Les prix ont augmenté, en mai, de 4,2 % sur un an, contre 3,8 % en avril. Une très forte accélération, à quelques mois des élections de mi-mandat.
Colombia’s presidential front-runner has sparked a debate about masculinity and machismo. Women’s rights groups see a familiar right-wing playbook.
President Trump said that the Iranians were taking “too long to negotiate” a deal to end the conflict launched by the United States and Israel four months ago.
U.S. Central Command said it went after “multiple targets” after the president said Tehran would “pay the price” for not making a deal.
Tehran will “pay the price” for stalling negotiations, the U.S. president warned.
Trump and the Iran war gave Russia a boost. Brussels is fed up.
La cuarta edición del ciclo reunirá a destacados artistas de España, Colombia y Costa Rica en una programación que recorrerá el piano clásico, el jazz y más.
La oposición de Venezuela elaboró una propuesta para reformar el sector energético de su país, con el objetivo de atraer el apoyo de grandes petroleras y del Gobierno de EEUU, lo que fue rechazado por el gobierno venezolano.