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El alcalde de la capital ucrania ha advertido que puede haber más víctimas bajo los escombros. Hay más de 40 heridos
El ejército mata al menos a 33 gazatíes en tres días. Netanyahu busca anteponer la entrega de armas de la milicia a cualquier repliegue militar de la Franja
Tras décadas de una actividad militar limitada desde la II Guerra Mundial, Tokio apuesta por el rearme y la inversión en tecnología de defensa
Moscú lanzó un bombardeo con misiles y drones sobre la capital ucraniana y sus alrededores Leer
Documentos filtrados revelan intercambio de propuestas y peticiones entre la empresa militar privada israelí Elbit y el país árabe, según publica el diario 'Haaretz' Leer
Oswaldo Zavala señala que la política antidrogas de Washington ha sostenido un discurso generalizador sobre el narcotráfico que genera una narrativa en torno a la delincuencia organizada de México.
Ucrania afirmó que el video, que muestra a un civil aterrorizado siendo perseguido por un dron teledirigido, muestra un crimen de guerra.
El Instituto de Seguridad de la IA de Reino Unido afirmó que el comportamiento reciente de los modelos de Anthropic y OpenAI fue malicioso y sin precedentes.
Luis Carlos Rúa revealed himself to be Elefante blanco just three days before election for ‘his own safety’. Now he is tackling graft from senate floorWhen 102 senators were sworn in for Colombia’s latest parliamentary session, they included 32 women, 69 men – and one cartoon elephant.He had some difficulty making his way down the narrow central aisle of Congress’s ceremonial chamber, weaving past fellow senators in…
Abdul El-Sayed and his opponent Haley Stevens were both optimistic late in the evening, and said the results of the state’s Democratic primary might take until Wednesday morning to arriveThe marquee race for the Democratic nomination for Senate in Michigan remained too close to call on Tuesday night, with Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive former public health official, holding a narrow lead over Congresswoman Haley…
Two-term Democrat faced attacks from the left and right while defending a House seat in a territory Trump wonThe Democratic representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez secured one of two spots in the state of Washington’s crowded, all-party primary, overcoming criticism from both the left and the right to advance in one of November’s most closely watched US congressional races.The two-term Democrat – known for bucking…
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…
In the House: Your catch-up on who addressed Chatham House events this summer News release sfarrell.drupa… 1 August 2025 Remarkable speakers visited Chatham House for speeches, panels, webinars, livestreams and other events during June and July. It’s been a busy summer at Chatham House, plenty to keep an international affairs think tank occupied. The…
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…
Ukraine needs help against Russian missiles now. What more can allies do? Expert comment jon.wallace 28 July 2026 Recent air defence pledges won’t deliver interceptors for years. Europe could help now by providing fighter cover, or by delivering more offensive weapons. Will it act? Ukraine’s air defence faces a crisis. Russia’s missile and drone…
Will Ukraine’s Wildberries attacks force Putin to the negotiating table? Expert comment jon.wallace 28 July 2026 Drone attacks strike at the bargain between Russia’s state and business. But Russia’s business elites seem more dependent on the Kremlin than ever. Last week, Ukraine expanded its drone and missile attacks, striking warehouses belonging to…
The wishful thinking behind the war with Iran Expert comment jon.wallace 21 July 2026 Iran has survived war with the US by adapting its doctrine. The US must also change its thinking. Nearly five months after the United States and Israel launched their military campaign against Iran, it is becoming increasingly difficult to escape one conclusion: the…
Trump’s threats – and U-turn – on Hormuz fees further undermine US credibility in the Gulf Expert comment jon.wallace 14 July 2026 International law does not permit any country to appoint itself ‘guardian’ of other states’ rights and demand payment. The only realistic solution to the situation in the Strait is a return to negotiations. On 13 July…
Will the US–Iran ceasefire hold? Expert comment jon.wallace 22 June 2026 Both sides want to buy time. But other factors like midterm elections, Israel, and deep mistrust may intervene. Since the US and Iran signed the memorandum of understanding (MOU) ending the war, much discussion has centred on the simple question of who won. There is…
The US–Iran memorandum of understanding nods to international law. Can that be taken seriously? Expert comment jon.wallace 19 June 2026 The memorandum restores the prohibition on the use of force, seeks a binding resolution at the UN to endorse a ‘final deal,’ and relies on multilateral institutions to implement it. But are the US and Iran really returning to compliance with international law? …
La segunda en la línea de sucesión al trono se incorporó a las fuerzas armadas en el marco de la nueva ley de equidad de género y el plan de refuerzo defensivo en Europa del Norte
Los 14 tripulantes fueron rescatados sin víctimas mortales; el incidente ocurre en medio de una escalada de ataques en rutas clave del comercio global
Kiev acusa a Rusia de aplicar una estrategia deliberada contra la población; el hombre herido es un vendedor ambulante y el episodio reaviva las denuncias por el aumento de víctimas civiles
Pese a orden de la SEP de cerrar o modificar su sistema, Gobiernos de Guanajuato y Zacatecas mantendrán abiertas 'escuelas militarizadas'.
Samuel Pessôa responde a Renato Janine Ribeiro: visão de Pessoa sobre gasto social é positiva (objetiva), a do ex-ministro é normativa. Não existe incompatibilidade, mas impasse: se salário mínimo seguir subindo acima do PIB, haverá crise. No meu post anterior neste blog divulguei uma produtiva conversa com o pré-candidato a deputado federal pelo MDB de São Paulo, professor Marco Antônio Villa, sobre a necessidade…
Un informe confidencial de la Dirección de Inteligencia y Análisis Criminal (DIAC), del Ministerio de Seguridad, sentencian que el crimen organizado penetró la cadena de mando de la Fuerza Pública en la región Brunca Sur y opera desde las propias delegaciones.
Con solo unas horas de haber llegado, Vozinha ya es una de las grandes figuras del campeonato de Chile.
Las navieras suelen ser estrictas para garantizar la seguridad de los pasajeros y tripulación, por eso, quizás desconozca que no podrá embarcar con ciertos artículos, incluso algunos de uso cotidiano.
Gianni Infantino under increasing pressure before Wednesday's FIFA talks after president's failed World Cup selloff.
Jake Richards acknowledges ‘unimaginable pain’ of Harper’s family but says government faces an ‘unenviable position’Andy Burnham has inherited a Labour membership that is sceptical about increased welfare spending, supportive of higher defence spending, and ranks the climate crisis as one of the country’s biggest challenges, according to new polling.The survey of 788 members between the end of June and the end of…
The State Department has canceled the visa of the Brazilian ambassador in Washington, deepening a diplomatic crisis between the two countries.
Otro frente de conflicto se abre para el presidente de FIFA, Gianni Infantino; ahora son las ciudades sede del pasado Mundial 2026.
Estados Unidos no descarta "nuevas sanciones" contra Brasil Leer
La medida del Departamento de Estado es en reciprocidad por la demora de Brasilia en la aprobación del candidato a embajador designado por Trump; la decisión no equivale a la expulsión de la diplomática, aclaró un alto funcionario
Brasil condenó la decisión de Estados Unidos de retirar la visa a su embajadora en Washington y acusó al gobierno de Donald Trump de intensificar una escalada de medidas hostiles contra el país.
El Gobierno de Lula acusa a la Administración de Trump de mentir y de buscar interferir en las elecciones presidenciales de octubre
El candidato de Trump logra el apoyo de los republicanos tras el compromiso para retirar el fondo millonario de compensación a los aliados y amigos del presidente
El que fuera su abogado personal, que busca la nominación en el Senado, también limita la inmunidad fiscal al presidente y su familia
Irán avanza en las conversaciones sobre el control de la vía marítima, mientras los países del Golfo presionan a Trump para que frene los ataques ante las pésimas consecuencias de su estrategia Leer
El hombre, que trató de refugiarse, sufre heridas y una conmoción cerebral Leer
Todd Blanche recibe el visto bueno del Comité de Asuntos Judiciales después de poner por escrito que renuncia al fondo de 1.800 millones para "compensar" a los aliados del presidente Leer
Washington and Tokyo's rare coordinated intervention aims to avoid spillover to global financial system.
In today’s newsletter: The past week shows how quickly images, rumours and right-wing political opportunism can eclipse the facts on the groundGood morning. Last week, an estimated 72,000 migrants began crossing into a tiny Spanish enclave on the tip of Morocco. Within 24 hours, most of them had headed home. At least 88 people died after attempting the crossing, according to local officials. This isn’t the whole…
Masoud Pezeshkian dismisses talk of internal rift as hardline Assembly of Experts call US negotiations ‘futile’Middle East crisis live – latest updatesMasoud Pezeshkian, Iran’s president, has been forced to deny claims that he has repeatedly threatened to resign as he battles hardline factions opposed to reaching a settlement with the US over the strait of Hormuz.The US and Europe hope a deal is imminent to reopen…
Optimism echoes Trump’s claims on Monday that deal is close as mediators say they are exchanging proposals Middle East crisis live – latest updatesUS and Qatari officials have said progress is being made in restoring a ceasefire in the US-Iran war and reopening the strait of Hormuz.The optimistic speculation on Tuesday brought oil prices down 2%, but the strait remained closed to shipping and a cargo vessel was…
Government has so far returned $100bn to companies that paid levies US supreme court ruled illegalBusiness live – latest updatesThe Trump administration has refunded about $100bn from the tariffs it collected before the US supreme court ruled them illegal, according to reports.The $100bn (£74bn) figure, which represents 60% of the total $165bn collected from Donald Trump’s “liberation day” tariffs, was reported by…
A senior State Department official told reporters in a background briefing that it was a “reciprocal” action because Brazil has not approved President Donald Trump’s nominee as ambassador to Brasilia.
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…
US refusal to renew USMCA trade deal brings uncertainty for Mexico. But the treaty is far from dead Expert comment LToremark 14 July 2026 The US–Mexico–Canada agreement now faces a decade of annual reviews. But the fact that the treaty will remain in place during negotiations is the most important outcome. On 1 July, the US announced it would not…
Britain’s next prime minister faces deep foreign policy challenges – whether Burnham or another Expert comment thilton.drupal 19 June 2026 Whoever is leading the country must deal with a fundamental shift in the UK’s most important relations – with the US and Europe – in an increasingly dangerous world. The UK will have a new prime minister after Keir…
Macron’s Evian summit shows the limits Trump places on the G7 Expert comment jon.wallace 19 June 2026 France achieved as much as could have been expected at its G7 Summit, but this was well short of what the world needs. A new approach is needed. French President Emmanuel Macron appears to have had two goals for France’s Evian G7 summit which…
Even Hormuz reopening will not resolve Europe’s key energy vulnerability Expert comment thilton.drupal 18 June 2026 Europe remains over reliant on insecure and persistently expensive natural gas. It should focus efforts on reducing demand. European governments, most of which rely on oil and gas imports to fuel their economies, have been nervously…
Subscription rates for the service reportedly run from US$60,000 to US$100,000 per month, adding to the billions the president has already allegedly made in his second term
Según un alto funcionario, Rabat había trasmitido su preocupación por la sentencia del Tribunal Supremo que impedía repatriar inmediatamente a quienes llegaban por mar al enclave
El secretario del Tesoro norteamericano se hizo eco de los comentarios de Trump del lunes sobre una apertura inminente de la crucial vía marítima; Qatar confirmó las negociaciones en curso
El presidente suele arremeter contra la corresponsal en jefe de la cadena en la la Casa Blanca, a quien ha calificado de “estúpida y desagradable” y le ha dicho que “nunca sonríe” y que tiene “odio en su mirada”
Son al menos 18 directivos de CALF, la mayor distribuidora de energía de la Patagonia y con fuerte presencia en Neuquén y Vaca Muerta.El embajador Lamelas explicó a Clarín su posición.
Sobretaxa de 25% atingiu 18% das exportações brasileiras. Setores como pesca, couro e máquinas foram mais afetados, enquanto itens isentos (aeronaves, café) ajudam a amortecer impacto. Brasil busca novos mercados e estuda a Lei de Reciprocidade. A conclusão da Seção 301 pela imposição da sobretaxa de 25% incidente sobre as exportações brasileiras para os Estados Unidos não foi uma surpresa. Alegações de concorrência…
José Manuel Salazar-Xirinachs, secretario ejecutivo de Cepal, afirma que el ‘dualismo productivo’ constituye uno de los principales obstáculos para el crecimiento económico
El Banco Mundial instó a países en desarrollo a usar herramientas de IA de bajo costo en gobernanza para acelerar el crecimiento antes de que sea tarde.
El Gobierno brasileño rebaja la relación diplomática entre las dos mayores economías de la región al nivel de encargados de negocios
Acusan al presidente de utilizar un vericueto para reemplazar aranceles anteriores que fueron anulados por el Tribunal Supremo o que habían expirado
El tipo de cambio y los aranceles de Estados Unidos amenazan la competitividad de Costa Rica. La Cepal advierte sobre los riesgos que enfrentan las exportaciones.
Inter San Carlos tiene acuerdo con un jugador que fue al Mundial 2022, solo debe completar las pruebas médicas.
El caso de Cristina Margarita Ramos expone el caos en la gestión de los fallecidos tras el desastre
La Fiscalía ha retirado los cargos contra los cuatro acusados de vandalismo
Al registrar su vehículo, los agentes hallaron una pistola cargada con una bala en la recámara, junto con un cargador adicional Leer
Un presidente acostumbrado a manipular la política estadounidense a su voluntad se enfrenta a dos dolorosas derrotas en cuestión de días, escribe Anthony Zurcher.
US President Donald Trump says progress with Iran has been made, but warned Iran of 'hard hit' if no deal reached.
Move is retaliation for Lula’s government refusal to approve Trump’s nominee for ambassador in BrasíliaDonald Trump’s administration has revoked the visa of Brazil’s ambassador to the US in a sharp escalation of a diplomatic feud with the country’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.The US state department said Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti’s visa had been cancelled in retaliation for Brazil’s refusal to approve…
Company acquired in deal involving Affinity Partners, a firm run by Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared KushnerElectronic Arts, the maker of video games such as The Sims, Madden NFL and Battlefield, has been bought by Saudi Arabia’s wealth fund and a group of investors for $55bn (£41bn).The company announced the completion of the deal on Tuesday evening, only days after the EU gave its approval, the final regulatory…
Also in today’s newsletter: SpaceX shares fall after maiden results and Trump administration revokes visa of Brazil’s ambassador
L’individu de 38 ans au comportement jugé suspect a été interpellé, dimanche 2 août, par les services du shérif du comté de Los Angeles. Un pistolet chargé ainsi que des munitions ont été retrouvés dans son véhicule.
President Trump announced a proposal aimed at achieving the disarmament of Hamas and an Israeli withdrawal. Israel ramped up attacks on the Palestinian enclave.
Seabed mining is a threat to both ecology and the international order.
The United States raked in over $160 billion in gross revenue from tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act
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Estados Unidos confía en que la transición política en Venezuela avance en los próximos meses, afirmó el secretario de Estado, Marco Rubio.