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Un operativo de aviones italianos del destacamento de la Alianza neutralizó el aparato no tripulado en una zona rural del condado de Kaunas, en el centro del país
El presidente chino impulsa un programa de adoctrinamiento para oficiales y generales que combina estudio de la ideología del líder, disciplina política y análisis de casos de corrupción en plena purga de la cúpula militar Leer
El país afrontó el domingo sus primeras elecciones en la OTAN con un rearme aún incompleto: "Militarmente hemos despertado, pero todavía estamos en pijama" Leer
Los vecinos de la capital recibieron anoche una alerta en sus móviles pidiéndoles que se pusieran a cubierto Leer
La Fiscalía mexicana se encuentra investigando el crimen como feminicidio Leer
Los nuevos modelos pueden alcanzar velocidades de hasta 480 km/h, más que los interceptores de defensa aérea de Ucrania.
Los inspectores del gobierno de EE.UU. afirman que descubrieron que el centro de detención infringía las normas básicas de higiene, atención médica, alimentación y seguridad de los migrantes.
Senator McConnell casts his first vote since June, pledging presence for crucial Senate decisions.
Moscow maintains military foothold in the Mediterranean following talks with Damascus
Neck-and-neck with Lula in polls, Flávio Bolsonaro fires up his base in the bellwether state of Minas Gerais – starting at the scene of his father’s stabbingA giant banner of Brazil’s incarcerated former president Jair Bolsonaro fluttered in the morning breeze as his eldest son, Flávio, touched down at an airfield on the fringe of a city that will soon help decide the future of one of the biggest democracies on…
Today’s blog is closedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe South Australian premier, Peter Malinauskas, says there is optimism that steel making will continue in his state, after the closure of a major blast furnace at Whyalla was announced yesterday.Speaking to ABC News Breakfast from Whyalla and donned in some hi-vis, Malinauskas says there was disappointment, heartbreak, but also a sense…
Danish prime minister Mette Frederiksen condemns ‘reckless action from Russia towards Denmark’s military’A Russian warship has fired two emergency flares at a Danish helicopter in the Baltic Sea, and Nato fighter jets have shot down a drone over Lithuania, in the latest security incidents on the alliance’s eastern flank linked to Russia’s war against Ukraine.Poland also scrambled fighter jets “due to the activity of…
Minister says discussions are ongoing on how to strengthen the alliance’s eastern flank after security incidents intensify across Europe, including in Denmark and PolandWe are also getting a bit more detail from the Netherlands, as the Dutch broadcaster NOS showed long, thin pipes being removed from the tracks after causing widespread disruption to railway services.“At this stage, it appears to be a deliberate…
Carmaker builds on relationship with British armed forces by seeking to cash in on Europe’s rearmament drive Business live – latest updatesJaguar Land Rover is in talks with Nato countries about selling them the newly revamped Defender military vehicle, as the UK-based carmaker seeks to tap into Europe’s defence spending boom.It is also among carmakers bidding for a UK defence ministry contract worth £900m to…
In today’s newsletter: Plaid Cymru, the SNP and Sinn Féin have signed an agreement for greater powers, as pressure grows on Westminster over the UK’s futureGood morning. Back in May, the shape of British politics shifted dramatically. I’ll forgive you if you were too preoccupied refreshing Andrew Sparrow’s live blog for the latest speculation about Keir Starmer to notice, but since 7 May, centre-left nationalist…
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asked the United States for more U.S. military help last week after the Iranian-backed Houthi forces in Yemen launched a broad offensive.
The kingdom is in a state of strategic shock after coming under attack from an emboldened Iran and failing to win more U.S. military support, analysts say.
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…
The Houthis’ capture of Mocha has transformed the war in Yemen – and the geopolitics of the Red Sea Expert comment thilton.drupal 14 September 2026 Iran and its allies can now exert pressure on two strategic maritime chokepoints, with global implications. A more coherent international approach to Yemen is needed. The Houthi armed group recently…
Is AI really getting out of control? Expert comment jon.wallace 14 September 2026 Anthropic’s warning should be taken seriously – but not as cover for entrenching US labs or escalating rivalry with Beijing. This weekend current and former employees of US AI laboratories and their leaders issued dire warnings of a near-term apocalypse at the hands of…
The AfD’s victory in Saxony-Anhalt marks a turning point for Germany – but perspective is important Expert comment jon.wallace 7 September 2026 Ulrich Siegmund’s highly successful campaign points to a more durable AfD electorate and flags the tests ahead for Chancellor Merz’s government, the CDU and the federal institutions that have shaped post-war German democracy. …
Can Pakistan’s foreign policy ambitions survive its domestic challenges? Expert comment LToremark 28 August 2026 Pakistan’s plans for geopolitical influence will rest on its ability to resolve internal conflict. After it received international acclaim for its role in brokering the US–Iran deal that brought a temporary halt to the war, Pakistan is…
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…
The Lake Chad Basin: Restoring regional security cooperation 28 September 2026 — 15:00 TO 16:00 BST Anonymous (not verified) 7 September 2026 Online Why regional cooperation matters in addressing the convergence of insurgency, displacement, and climate stress. Why regional cooperation matters in addressing the convergence of insurgency, displacement, and climate stress. The Lake Chad Basin faces the…
Security and defence conference 2027 3 March 2027 TO 4 March 2027 — 09:00 TO 12:30 GMT Anonymous (not verified) 27 August 2026 Chatham House and Online As defence spending and geopolitical rivalry reshape global security, the Security and Defence Conference 2027 brings together leaders to navigate strategic uncertainty. Chatham House’s 2027 Security and Defence Conference convenes policymakers, military…
Las diferencias con Washington, los límites de su aparato militar y la coordinación de los nacionalistas se suman a las dificultades del Brexit; tres especialistas explican el alcance de estos problemas
Los líderes de doce países pidieron a la UE que asuma un papel “más proactivo” en la región, marcada por las tensiones geopolíticas y la amenaza del cambio climático
El oficial la llevó a la estratégica base de Northwood de la Alianza Atlántica; el vínculo encendió alertas de seguridad por posibles riesgos de espionaje
Pekín rechazó el llamado del director de Anthropic a ralentizar el avance de la inteligencia artificial, aunque señaló que esa tecnología pone en peligro la seguridad nacional
El empresario advirtió sobre los riesgos del avance de los modelos más potentes y de una excesiva concentración de poder; pidió reglas de seguridad comunes y respaldó la implementación de auditorías independientes
La Inteligencia Artificial dio un salto importante con ChatGPT. Pero todo cambió este año: ahora la IA se organiza por su cuenta y hasta "hace trampa".
Gabinete de Seguridad informó que autoridades federales buscan al presunto feminicida de Claudia Tacoronte, asesinada en Cuautla.
El asesinato de la estudiante española Claudia Tacoronte en Morelos provocó condenas en México y España y apoyo federal a la investigación.
Cartago recibió la antorcha de la Independencia en una jornada que reunió actos oficiales, discursos, manifestaciones y un amplio operativo de seguridad.
El alcalde de Cartago, Mario Redondo, anunció que indagará el fuerte operativo del Ministerio de Seguridad durante los actos de Independencia en la Plaza Mayor, marcados por enfrentamientos entre opositores y oficialistas.
La faroleada reunió a centenares de personas que expresaron su rechazo contra las actuaciones del Poder Ejecutivo, mediante consignas en defensa de la democracia, la CCSS y la independencia del Poder Judicial.
Laura Fernández centró su discurso de este 14 de setiembre en la seguridad, pidió apoyo a los diputados y exigió al Poder Judicial justicia pronta y cumplida.
Periodista de Semanario Universidad fue sacado de Plaza Mayor en Cartago por seguridad, luego de que varias personas lo rodearan mientras grababa.
Aviones de la OTAN derriban un dron militar sobre Lituania. Conozca los detalles de este peligroso incidente que enciende las alarmas en el territorio báltico.
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.
La alta representante de la UE para Asuntos Exteriores subraya que la respuesta debe ser la contraria a lo que busca Rusia con este tipo de ataques Leer
El debate sobre la soberanía de las islas gana intensidad con comentarios ambiguos de Trump y varios intereses internacionales en juego.
New B'Tselem report frames events on ground as Israel's 'project of elimination' of Palestinians.
The militant group in Yemen captured the islands of Greater and Lesser Hanish, near the chokepoint of the Bab al-Mandab straitYemen’s Houthi militants have seized two strategic islands in the Red Sea, reinforcing the Iran-backed group’s ability to control a key shipping route, as concerns mount that the world is facing a new oil supply crisis.The seizure of the islands of Greater and Lesser Hanish is the latest in…
The government’s decision to increase prices as much as 40 percent spurred widespread demonstrations across the country.
"Es completamente inaceptable, por eso el embajador ruso ha sido llamado a una reunión sobre lo ocurrido" Leer
Mario Redondo anunció nuevos proyectos para Cartago y pidió acuerdos nacionales para enfrentar la criminalidad, la crisis fiscal y otros desafíos del país.
La pareja ha confirmado que Umar Kremlev se hizo cargo de las facturas. “Esto debería ser impensable para el hijo del presidente. Y punto”, apunta un antiguo alto cargo del FBI
La organización intergubernamental IDEA Internacional detecta una “aceleración demoledora” en el deterioro de los principales indicadores
El Comité para un Presupuesto Federal Responsable ubica el costo potencial del plan en 1,2 billón de dólares
El presidente sostiene que Estados Unidos necesita mantener su ventaja frente a China en la carrera por el desarrollo de esta tecnología
Firman hoy un acuerdo histórico en Cardiff y aseguran que "el impulso está del lado de nuestros movimientos" Leer
La investigación sobre la fiesta celebrada en Bahamas por la boda entre Don Jr., el primogénito de Donald Trump, y la modelo Bettina Anderson revela que parte de la celebración fue financiada por Umar Kremlev, un oligarca ruso muy cercano a Vladimir Putin. Leer
Los ministros principales de Escocia, Gales e Irlanda del Norte sellan un histórico acuerdo para desafiar a Westminster y avanzar hacia la independencia, aunque no mencionan la palabra "referéndum" Leer
Donald Trump dismisses attempts to increase controls on artificial intelligence as ‘sick conspiracy’ AI-linked stocks tumbled on Monday after the bosses of Anthropic, OpenAI and SpaceX called for a slowdown in AI “reckless” development, citing fears the technology could soon run out of control.Shares in the semiconductor designer Nvidia – the world’s most valuable company – were down 3.3% by market closing in New…
Benchmark bond yield hits 5.04% and stocks fall amid concerns over inflation and higher interest rates
Le généreux contributeur, Umar Kremlev, un proche des cercles du pouvoir à Moscou, dirige la fédération controversée International Boxing Association et est aussi présent dans le secteur lucratif des paris sportifs en ligne.
Des documents confidentiels révèlent comment l’Industrial and Commercial Bank of China a courtisé des entreprises à haut risque, tel un géant russe du nickel, secteur frappé en 2024 par les sanctions occidentales, pour garantir des ressources et des alliances au régime de Xi Jinping.
After the Trump administration blocked a new ambassador to Washington, the country expressed regret for a post from a French official social media account.
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…
The ‘reverse Kindleberger Trap’: reasons to worry about the next financial crisis Expert comment sfarrell.drupa… 31 August 2026 A US crisis is very likely to be associated with a capital outflow, rather than a capital inflow, with the result that the dollar could weaken substantially against other currencies. A worrying feature of the next big…
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…
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…
Trump's pushback -- in a screed of six social media posts on Monday -- comes amid growing international alarm about AI that sent stocks falling
El presidente norteamericano apuntó contra el CEO de Anthropic luego de que el empresario llamara a reducir el ritmo al que desarrollan las capacidades de sus modelos; dijo que “el único que se alegra de ello es China”
El sirio ProPublica informó que Umar Kremlev, pagó cientos de miles de dólares; la novia publicó un descargó
La empresa entregó un informe la semana pasada en el que describe cómo “actores maliciosos” utilizaron su sistema de inteligencia artificial para cometer crímenes y actividades ilegales
En medio de crecientes temores por los riesgos de esta tecnología, se sintieron en los mercados globales las primeras reacciones
Segundo nova Estratégia de Segurança Nacional, “Após anos de negligência, os EUA reafirmarão e farão cumprir a Doutrina Monroe para restaurar a preeminência americana no Hemisfério Ocidental e proteger nossa pátria e nosso acesso a regiões-chave”. Com o início da Guerra Fria entre 1945 e 1947, a política externa dos EUA passou a ter como eixo a contenção da ameaça comunista encarnada na União Soviética, que havia…
La Corte Suprema frena el plan de Donald Trump para limitar el voto por correo antes de las elecciones. Conozca el alcance de la resolución.
Trump calificó de 'patraña' las advertencias sobre los riesgos de la inteligencia artificial y rechazó frenar su desarrollo ante la competencia con China.
Derrickson Quirós recibió una mala noticia, que genera que su fichaje con un club internacional se viniera abajo.
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.
The Trump administration says it could save power plants more than $300bn and 'unleash' American energy.
La reforma del republicano ponía en riesgo el sufragio de millones de personas por no haber tiempo suficiente para que los Estados implementaran las nuevas normas
Una investigación de la Oficina del Inspector General del DHS descubrió que decenas de inmigrantes fueron recluidos en pequeñas jaulas metálicas “para calmarlos”
El presidente de Estados Unidos considera que la escultura modernista “Infinity” de José de Rivera, instalada en 1967, “no dice nada a los visitantes ni inspira”
Los estados podrán mantener sus procedimientos actuales para enviar y recibir las papeletas para las elecciones de medio mandato del 3 de noviembre Leer
Trump has repeatedly criticised mail-in votes and has attempted to restrict them ahead of the midterms.
US President Donald Trump makes a surprise call to Nvidia's CEO, interrupting a live event to discuss fears about AI.
US Supreme Court rejects Trump’s bid to tighten mail-in voting rules ahead of critical midterm elections.
Courts and Democratic-led states mount legal challenges against Trump administration visa and green card limits.
Indigenous groups, environmentalists and locals oppose the wall; Big Bend sees about 1 percent of border arrests.
Drive to save thousands of Afrikaners from false claims of ‘white genocide’ appears to show signs of slowingWhen Donald Trump announced in February 2025 that the US would accept Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees, many white South Africans who believed that they were victims of racism in their country thought that their prayers had been answered.However, in the past few months, dozens of applicants to the…
Families have asked Trump to declassify records that could shed light on Saudi Arabia’s alleged role in the 2001 attacksDonald Trump said on Sunday that he will look into requests from families of 9/11 victims to release records that could shed light on Saudi Arabia’s alleged role in the attacks 25 years ago.Several families have long alleged that a group of extremist religious leaders in Saudi Arabia gained…
Also in today’s newsletter: Justices block Trump’s mail-in vote curbs and Putin’s summit
Donald Trump’s war in Iran and tariffs push up input prices while AI boom squeezes availability of some components
Russian president has avoided Black Sea coast for nearly a year amid Ukrainian attacks
Alors que Donald Trump assurait encore début septembre que les Etats-Unis disposaient de « quantités pratiquement illimitées de munitions », un rapport du ministère de la défense américain relève « une pénurie sur les inventaires stratégiques » après le lancement de l’opération « Fureur épique » en Iran.
President Donald Trump said Saturday he would “love to see” Irish reunification.
The Russian leader lashed out at the West and said Russia posed no threat to Europe.
It was once unclear how Washington would defend Taipei—now it’s doubtful it will help at all.
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…
El juez Brett Kavanaugh dijo que el pedido podría ser aprobado a largo plazo, pero aclaró que no hay “tiempo suficiente” para aplicarlo antes de las elecciones legislativas
Un empresario ruso cercano al Kremlin pagó la fiesta posterior a la boda de Donald Trump Jr., hijo del Presidente de EU, reveló ProPublica.
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.