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Como parte de la operación de los servicios secretos, el avión presidencial despegó a la vez con periodistas y personal de la Casa Blanca a bordo para actuar como señuelo
La primera ministra italiana, Giorgia Meloni, y su homóloga danesa, Mette Frederiksen, publican un comunicado en el que afirman que los inmigrantes sin papeles cometen “delitos violentos”, “narcotráfico” y “violencia sexual”
El presidente ucraniano denunció un "ataque brutal, diseñado para infligir el mayor daño posible" Leer
Bomberos, Defensa Civil locales y llegados de diferentes zonas del país, así como militares expertos en ese tipo de tareas, trabajan de manera incansable en los rescates Leer
El presidente de EEUU fue llevado en un carrito de servicio desde la zona donde se encontraba hasta un avión militar que lo esperaba para su regreso a Estados Unidos Leer
El pacto firmado en Meca deja abiertos muchos interrogantes sobre los límites de la defensa mútua y hasta qué puntos los países firmantes están dispuestos a defender a sus aliados en caso de agresión Leer
An Amnesty International report reveals that the country is now a key part of Israel’s weapons supply chain. Plus, Assam floods, student anger spreads and a song to put in rotation• Don’t get This is India delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereHello, and welcome back to This Is India.For this week’s newsletter, I’m looking at India’s evolving relationship with Israel, and how it has deepened as conflict swept across…
Elaborate ruse was used to transport president to military flight from Air Force One in JulyDonald Trump departed on a secret military flight from Turkey to Britain last month when the White House said he was flying aboard Air Force One, in an extraordinary ruse – prompted by an Iranian assassination threat – that involved hiding the president in an airport catering container, according to reporting from the…
Israeli prime minister faces incompatible demands from his far-right government ministers and from Donald TrumpBenjamin Netanyahu’s public rejection of a US-backed deal for Gaza drew scepticism in Israel, amid reports he was personally hammering out details of a pilot military withdrawal days earlier.The Israeli prime minister is struggling to balance incompatible demands on Gaza policy from his key domestic and…
Depuis le début de l’été, les prétendants aux élections du 27 septembre, à l’occasion desquelles 178 sièges de sénateurs seront renouvelés, arpentent leur département afin de nouer un lien de confiance avec les élus locaux.
Le « Washington Post » et le « New York Times » rapportent que le président américain, après être monté à bord de l’avion présidentiel Air Force One sous l’œil des caméras, a été secrètement débarqué dans un camion de restauration aéroportuaire pour emprunter un avion plus petit.
The appointment of Mohsen Rezaei, a longtime military commander, to a top security post suggests that the country’s establishment is consolidating power.
Chatham House fellow gives evidence on Venezuela to UK Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee News release jon.wallace 4 February 2026 Dr Christopher Sabatini, Senior Research Fellow for Latin America, provided evidence on 3 February. Senior Research Fellow Dr Christopher Sabatini provided evidence to a session of the UK Parliament’s Foreign Affairs…
Chatham House Director Bronwen Maddox warns ‘This does mark the end of the Western alliance' News release sfarrell.drupa… 13 January 2026 In her annual lecture, Maddox described a world in which superpower competition threatens the peace of others, and said that US policy under President Trump amounts to a revolution. Watch the event and read the full…
Greenland, Venezuela, Iran – Chatham House analyses of how US power is reshaping the new world order News release sfarrell.drupa… 12 January 2026 All in one place – region by region and sector by sector – here is a collection of Chatham House expert commentary from our analysts who assess the global ramifications of the new expansionist US foreign policy, politically, economically and legally. …
Chatham House in 2025: A message from the Director News release jon.wallace 17 December 2025 Institute Director and Chief Executive Bronwen Maddox reviews Chatham House’s response to an extraordinary year of turbulence in international affairs. It is fair to say that 2025 was always going to be unsettled and unpredictable, but by any measure, it has…
New Stavros Niarchos Foundation visiting fellow joins Africa Programme at Chatham House News release eoboko.drupal 10 December 2025 The Stavros Niarchos Foundation visiting fellowship seeks to strengthen Africa’s voice in global governance Aweis Ahmed will join Chatham House’s Africa Programme as its first Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) visiting…
US NATO ambassador on US security strategy: is Europe ‘a dynamic economy that can grow, or is it just a museum?’ News release jon.wallace 8 December 2025 Speaking at the Doha Forum in conversation with Chatham House CEO Bronwen Maddox, Matthew Whitaker defended the new US security strategy and its criticisms of Europe. Chatham House Chief Executive…
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…
Turkey’s S-400 saga shows the hard realities of defence procurement Expert comment jon.wallace 27 July 2026 The country’s purchase of Russian air defences has prevented it from acquiring US F-35 fighter jets. The UAE could face similar issues if it purchases the systems. This month it was reported in the Turkish media that Turkey was in talks to sell…
North Korea’s ‘Victory Day’ takes place with Kim Jong Un’s power transformed Expert comment jon.wallace 27 July 2026 Pyongyang’s account of the Korean War remains a fabrication. But its rapidly growing strategic leverage is dangerously real. There is a story told by some US officials that on the night of 25 April 2019, Kim Jong Un returned to…
New leaders in Peru and Colombia may find it hard to deliver on their promises Expert comment jon.wallace 13 July 2026 The new presidents are part of a swing to the right in Latin American politics – but can they govern such divided societies? In the space of two weeks in June, two Andean countries elected new right-wing governments. In Peru,…
Why demining the Strait of Hormuz will be difficult – but also presents an opportunity Expert comment thilton.drupal 26 June 2026 Clearing the busy international waterway of mines is a complex challenge that will take time and international coordination. But it could help to build trust between the US and Iran during negotiations. Shipping through the…
Putin’s Asia diplomacy may help Russia avoid isolation. But it won’t deliver his goals in Ukraine Expert comment thilton.drupal 23 June 2026 Moscow’s recent engagement with ASEAN and Beijing shows it is not as isolated as Western countries had hoped. But it will not end the war in Ukraine in Russia’s favour. As G7 leaders restated their united support…
Targeting medics on the battlefield: addressing the crisis through law and practice 11 June 2026 — 17:00 TO 18:15 BST Anonymous (not verified) 17 April 2026 Chatham House and Online Experts clarify international humanitarian law and promote compliance by identifying practical measures for its effective implementation. With the rise of the number of armed conflicts around the world and with it the number…
Aid, conflict and global leadership: UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher 20 April 2026 — 12:00 TO 13:00 BST Anonymous (not verified) 13 April 2026 Chatham House and Online In conversation with Tom Fletcher, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, about the most pressing humanitarian and conflict issues facing the United Nations today, and what role the UK…
Según una investigación de The Washington Post, el presidente fue trasladado desde un Air Force One en un camión de servicios de catering a una aeronave militar que lo trasladó al Reino Unido tras una cumbre de la OTAN en Ankara
El presidente ucraniano aseguró que Pyongyang prepara el envío de entre 30.000 y 50.000 efectivos y advirtió que el régimen de Kim Jong-un adquiere experiencia de combate; Kiev busca reforzar su defensa aérea con apoyo de Seúl
AFAC confirmó que del 10 al 14 de agosto, la FAA le realizará una evaluación del cumplimiento de las normativas de seguridad operacional.
Donald Trump salió en defensa de Gianni Infantino y señaló que la FIFA cometería un 'terrible error' si lo reemplaza al frente del organismo
México Evalúa advirtió que la crisis de inseguridad persiste, pese a la disminución de la violencia letal registrada en los últimos 2 años.
Diputados de PLN, CAC, Frente Amplio y PUSC cuestionaron los alcances del secreto de Estado decretado por Laura Fernández para organismos y operaciones de seguridad.
Keylor Navas ya tiene su escudería de motocross, su pista y ahora organizará torneo de nivel internacional.
Voceros del bloque señalan la necesidad de atender crisis de seguridad, de educación, climática y económica, frente a estrategia de bloqueo
La defensa del abogado Cristian Arguedas interpuso un recurso de ‘habeas corpus’ ante la Sala Constitucional contra la Dirección General de Adaptación Social, por el traslado de su cliente a Máxima Seguridad, pese a que no habría sustento técnico.
A partir de viejas lealtades de pandillas, sellos discográficos enfrentados y memorias polémicas, la Fiscalía apuesta por reconstruir la trama detrás del asesinato del rapero Tupac en Estados Unidos
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.
El Supremo excluye a Yabloko de las elecciones con acusaciones de "extremismo", una imagen creada con ChatGPT y hasta una frase de una canción soviética entre los argumentos Leer
Las altas temperaturas y el envejecimiento de las infraestructuras han provocado el racionamiento, que afecta a cientos de miles de personas.
The migrant crisis has underscored Madrid’s increasingly tenuous geopolitical position.
UEFA, AFC y Concacaf profundizaron su enfrentamiento con Gianni Infantino y ya se mueven las posibles alternativas.El 18 de noviembre vence el plazo para presentar candidatos y la elección será el 18 de marzo de 2027.
Las elecciones en Rusia sufrieron un duro golpe luego de que la Corte Suprema prohibiera participar al partido opositor Yabloko.
El Gobierno porteño preadjudicó la emisora a Cale Group, la empresa de Augusto Marini, que ofreció un canon de $50 millones mensuales durante cinco años.Comenzaron las reuniones para reubicar en otras área de la Ciudad a los empleados de planta permanente, mientras que los contratados no tienen garantizada su continuidad.
Teherán, en una posición de fuerza, añade nuevas exigencias para negociar y Trump responde que reclamará compensaciones por los daños causados durante décadas por la República Islámica
Teherán exige a Washington una compensación por los daños de la guerra, a lo que Trump replica exigiendo otra para "todas las personas que Irán ha matado a lo largo de los últimos 50 años" Leer
La creciente influencia de Washington sobre lo que ocurre en Caracas es palpable no solamente en las acciones y decisiones del gobierno de Delcy Rodríguez, sino también en las acciones y silencios de la oposición.
US president seeks payment for '50 years' of alleged damages after Iran conditions opening of Hormuz on war reparations.
Gabar Choli tells of how, for months, he was shackled, pinned and forcibly fed – and the physical and emotional scars the ordeal has leftIn June 2025, a sluggish and thin Gabar Choli, with sunken temples and bones visible under his skin, braced himself for the immigration detention center guards to charge into his cell once again.Choli was in a solitary confinement medical cell inside the Port Isabel service…
US president’s statement is latest sign that negotations to end war and reopen strait of Hormuz have stalledDonald Trump has said he will demand that Iran pay compensation for the deaths of thousands of US soldiers and Iran’s own civilians killed in recent decades in the latest sign his negotiations to end the war and reopen the strait of Hormuz have reached an impasse.The US president is trying to end conflicts in…
Company also announced a paid service for early access to president’s posts on policies to the social media siteDonald Trump’s media company – which owns the Truth Social platform favored by the US president – posted a $238m loss in the second quarter.Trump Media & Technology on Monday reported that losses in the three months through June came as the company branched into new ventures including crypto. The…
Congresswoman demands answers after a DHS agent was apparently stationed outside her Minnesota town hallDonald Trump’s administration is facing questions over whether it is using Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to “surveil political opponents” after after an investigative agent was apparently stationed outside Democratic representative Ilhan Omar’s monthly town hall meeting in Richfield, Minnesota.After…
A wave of disinformation online contributed to a surge of migrants in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta who were trying to reach Europe, resulting in about 90 deaths.
Almost 70% of people globally are comfortable with their government buying Chinese-made clean technologies, new survey finds News release jon.wallace 8 December 2025 New data suggests that China’s clean tech ‘charm offensive’ is working to win over emerging economies. COP30 saw China flexing its climate diplomacy muscles in place of an absent US –…
John Kerry says US under Trump becoming ‘denier, delayer and divider’ on climate change; criticizes ‘ineptitude’ in China policy News release jon.wallace 25 November 2025 During an event at Chatham House the former secretary of state and climate envoy condemned Trump administration climate policy saying that ‘no one can bend the laws of physics.’ 68th…
By agreeing to disarm, Hamas is trying to call Israel’s bluff in Gaza Expert comment thilton.drupal 3 August 2026 The move may lead to more pressure on Israel to implement Trump’s 20-point plan, but both sides are likely to keep dragging out the process while avoiding any real commitments. Since the Gaza ceasefire came into effect in October 2025, the…
Why US plans for power-sharing in Libya will not work Expert comment LToremark 20 July 2026 Libyan anti-corruption investigations reveal the limitations of a US push to reunify the country without improving governance. In recent weeks, Massad Boulos – President Trump’s senior adviser on Arab and African affairs – has stepped up efforts to break…
Climate diplomacy has gone freelance. Multilateralism must adapt, not disappear Expert comment thilton.drupal 13 July 2026 The recent London Climate Action Week revealed that while formal climate multilateralism remains under strain, climate diplomacy is becoming more diffused, implementation oriented and focused on delivering security. As much of…
What the UK government should do on AI and tech policy Expert comment thilton.drupal 13 July 2026 Britain’s next prime minister faces major policy decisions on tech and AI. They should aim to strengthen the UK’s tech sovereignty by building the national strengths – and the alliances – that give a middle power leverage in a shifting order. Keir…
China sets out its vision for a new global order – but will it commit the resources to match its ambition? Expert comment LToremark 24 June 2026 China’s new white paper on global governance highlights its balancing act between global ambitions and financial restraint. With the world’s attention fixed on wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, Beijing…
Launch of Latin America Programme 8 September 2026 — 18:00 TO 19:30 BST Anonymous (not verified) 22 July 2026 Chatham House Join us for a drinks reception to mark the launch of Chatham House’s new Latin America Programme. A celebratory reception for the relaunched Latin America Programme The Latin America Programme, founded in 2019 as the Latin America Initiative, has worked to elevate the…
How can Sheinbaum’s Mexico coexist peacefully with Trump’s America? 18 May 2026 — 17:00 TO 18:00 BST Anonymous (not verified) 17 April 2026 Chatham House and Online Under President Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico faces a defining moment on multiple fronts - particularly, its relationship with the United States under President Donald Trump. This session asks how Sheinbaum’s reforms are affecting Mexican democracy…
A través de un posteo en redes sociales, el presidente de Estados Unidos abogó por la continuidad del mandamás de la entidad madre del futbol mundial, tras la polémica por la “privatización” de la próxima Copa del Mundo
A través de un decreto, la Casa Blanca recomendó separar en tres dosis la inmunización contra el sarampión, las paperas y la rubéola
México, Ecuador, El Salvador, Chile, Brasil y Perú pusieron a disposición de Bogotá equipos de rescate y asistencia; mientras que EE.UU. monitorea la emergencia; el sismo dejó al menos 111 muertos
Banco Macro presentó MacroChat, una plataforma con inteligencia artificial generativa que permite hacer gestiones por texto, notas de voz o imágenes sin necesidad de navegar por menús ni formularios.Es uno de los pocos casos en el mundo.
El mercado, que la semana pasada apostaba por un acuerdo entre las partes, se inquieta ahora por el estancamiento diplomático
34 organizaciones internacionales advierten sobre riesgos para la independencia judicial en Costa Rica.
Donald Trump condiciona un acuerdo de paz con Irán al pago de compensaciones por ataques históricos como el del USS Cole.
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.
Recuperó cuerpos de soldados rusos y ucranianos del campo de batalla desde 2014 hasta que falleció la pasada semana al pisar una mina Leer
Las autoridades de Colombia elevan la cantidad de muertos por el terremoto de magnitud 7,4, cuyo epicentro fue en Chocó, uno de los mas pobres del país Leer
Trump sends conflicting signals on Iran strategy
Trump reportedly used catering cart to switch planes, unbeknownst to the press pool and some White House staff.
Trump's comments are the first time he has spoken in FIFA president's defence since FFE plans were leaked on July 28.
Trump Media & Technology Group earns less than $2m in Q2.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order calling for fewer childhood vaccinations and splitting up MMR.
Quake of 7.4 magnitude collapses and severely damages buildings in several major cities, including Cali and PereiraMore than 100 people died after a powerful earthquake struck western Colombia, collapsing and severely damaging scores of buildings in major cities including Cali and Pereira.The US and Colombian geological surveys reported that a 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck at 7.34am local time on Monday, with its…
Jennifer Balkcom to face Democrat Jamie Ager in race to represent North Carolina’s 11th congressional districtNorth Carolina Republicans on Monday chose state lawmaker Jennifer Balkcom to replace Chuck Edwards, the incumbent congressman who earlier this month dropped his re-election bid after a US House investigation determined his conduct towards to young female staffers likely amounted to sexual harassment.Balkcom…
This live blog is now closed.Sign up for the Breaking News US emailWisconsin is not the only state with high stakes primary races on 11 August.We’ll also be bringing you the latest on a number of pivotal contests. In Minnesota, the closely watched and crowded Democratic primary for US Senate seems to be a competition between lieutenant governor Peggy Flanagan and congresswoman Angie Craig. Continue reading...
Comments come as Fifa president faces pressure to resign over private fundraising fiasco
Arrivé au pouvoir en 2025 sur la promesse de tenir tête à l’administration républicaine de Washington, le premier ministre canadien est accusé de multiplier les concessions à la Maison Blanche.
The Castro family envoy, Raúl G. Rodríguez Castro, who has been in talks with the Trump administration, was once named in a case targeting a Cuban smuggling ring.
The Israeli prime minister, facing a tough upcoming election, is trying to satisfy the sometimes competing demands of his right-wing base and of President Trump.
A spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry said that talks with Oman on shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz were “separate” from discussions to fully reopen the waterway.
The 30-minute simulated disruption was part of the island’s effort to test and build people’s resilience in the face of a potential Chinese attack.
A pair of brothers who lost their mother and other family members in Venezuela and were profiled by The New York Times have now survived deadly quakes in two countries.
The magnitude 7.4 quake hit the western part of the country, shaking Bogotá, Cali, Medellín and other cities, just weeks after quakes of similar intensity devastated parts of neighboring Venezuela.
While the Israeli leader touts a willingness to defy the U.S. on Gaza, the president needs to show progress in the foreign entanglements weighing on his approval rating.
The temblor, which struck Colombia’s Pacific coast shortly after 7:30 a.m., was also felt in Ecuador, Panama and Venezuela.
Another weekend with no resolution to the Middle East’s wars.
The Trump administration’s campaign against the court is transparently cynical.
Chatham House fellow gives evidence to UK House of Lords on legality of US actions in Venezuela News release jon.wallace 13 February 2026 Professor Marc Weller, Director of the International Law Programme, gave evidence to the Committee on 4 February. Professor Marc Weller, Director of the International Law Programme at Chatham House, gave evidence to…
U.S. mediation efforts are at a standstill, both Russia and Ukraine are ramping up attacks and more civilians are being killed than at any point since the first months of the war
The executive order recommends breaking up the combined measles, mumps and rubella vaccine into individual shots, while immunizations for hepatitis B, COVID and the flu would no longer be universally endorsed
A deal with Trump, if such a thing truly exists, appears within reach. But getting it may require a Faustian pact that shatters the prime minister’s reputation for grit and competence
La medida se tomó en medio del peor brote de sarampión en 35 años y provocó fuertes críticas de la comunidad médica estadounidense.
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.