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El español ha sido el referente de la izquierda europea con su postura sobre Gaza, la defensa, Trump y la agenda verde
Rusia ataca durante cuatro días seguidos los puentes sobre el río Dnipro con drones a reacción y misiles baratos que las defensas ucranianas aún no pueden derribar Leer
La líder opositora intenta convencer a la Casa Blanca de que su regreso no amenaza la estabilidad, sino que es la única forma de asegurarla Leer
Los flamantes legisladores comparten una agenda conservadora que incluye el rechazo a las políticas de género, el endurecimiento de las sanciones penales y la legalización del porte de armas como herramienta para combatir la delincuencia.
El Departamento de Defensa usaba Claude para sus análisis de datos de inteligencia a través de un sistema llamado Maven, pero ahora ha tenido que migrar hacia otros modelos de IA.
Para muchos residentes de esta prefectura de Japón, la detención ha reavivado décadas de frustración.
Seoul has urged Pyongyang to remove any other mines planted on the southern side of the military demarcation line.
Four members of disgraced ex-president Jair Bolsonaro’s family have been elected to office, most notably his wife and son Flávio, who won the first round of voting to be Brazil’s new presidentThe weekend’s elections in Brazil not only put Jair Bolsonaro’s eldest son, Flávio Bolsonaro, in the lead in the presidential race, but also underscored how far the former president has come in building a political dynasty.As…
Researchers argue incorrect binding of Voynich manuscript radically changes ideas about its drawings and indecipherable textIt has been called the world’s most mysterious manuscript: a medieval set of pages filled with botanical drawings, astronomical diagrams, pictures of nude women and indecipherable text. Claimed at various times to be a book in a lost language, a musical score, an instruction manual or just an…
Government offensive launched under air cover by Saudi military coalition aims to retake all Houthi-held territoryForces of the Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen have recaptured several key areas around Bab al-Mandab strait from Iran-backed Houthi rebels, Yemeni officials said on Monday.The officials said forces allied with the internationally recognized government have retaken the crucial town of Dhubab just…
The US withdrew its bombers from RAF Fairford after an investigation into an alleged planned terrorist attack on the base. At least 10 B-1 bombers used by the US military in the Iran conflict flew out of Fairford on Sunday, suggesting US officials were taking the threat seriously. Last week, five men in three vans near the military base were arrested, followed by a sixth British-Iranian national. All were released…
Abrupt withdrawal of aircraft from the vital foreign US military installation followed arrest of five men near the base
The crash was one of Nigeria’s worst military aviation accidents in years. The country has a history of fatal military aircraft crashes.
A Saudi-led coalition has announced a military campaign against the Iran-backed Houthi militia in the country, reviving memories of its previous effort.
European leaders say Moscow's escalated “hybrid war” against Europe includes online disinformation, cyberattacks and threats to use nuclear weapons.
President Donald Trump said the United States identified a threat and evacuated the aircraft “rather than tempting the enemy.”
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…
Sánchez’s gamble: This ‘all-in’ election will have international impact Expert comment jon.wallace 5 October 2026 Announcing the election, Sánchez set himself in opposition to President Trump and Javier Milei as well as Spain’s populist right. Much will depend on the prime minister’s ability to rally a fragmented left. The decision by Prime…
Can Gulf Arab countries help break the deadlock over Trump’s Gaza peace plan? Expert comment LToremark 21 September 2026 Gulf Arab states increasingly view Israel as the main obstacle to progress on the peace plan – and may hope for an opening after Israel’s October elections. Almost a year after US President Donald Trump unveiled his 20-point peace…
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…
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. …
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…
'I don't feel like we have any further ... answers, I should say, on something that is a very serious matter,' said Conservative MP Frank Caputo
Andrés Repetto analizó en LN+ la ventaja del candidato de la ultraderecha sobre Lula da Silva y los desafíos de ambos para la segunda vuelta; la búsqueda de nuevos votantes y el contexto regional serán claves en las próximas tres semanas
Los dirigentes superaron los tres millones de votos y se convirtieron en los diputados más votados en sus estados; son conservadores, evangélicos y figuras en las redes sociales
Flavio disputará el balotaje presidencial contra Lula; Michelle y Carlos fueron elegidos senadores, mientras Jair Renan, Rogeria, Renato, Valeria y Marcelo aguardaban la definición de sus respectivas candidaturas
AMLO militarizó las aduanas hace seis años para frenar corrupción y contrabando; hoy persiste el problema y hay mandos prófugos.
Brasil elige este domingo entre Lula da Silva y Flávio Bolsonaro en unas elecciones marcadas por la seguridad, la economía, los programas sociales y el futuro de la Amazonía.
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.
Si se cae el dique brasileño, la ‘trumpización de América Latina’ dará un salto político y geopolítico aún difícil de dimensionar, pero también se fortalecerá una derecha tan oscura como violenta en el país más grande de la región
El bombardeo, uno de los mayores ataques contra la capital, según las autoridades locales rusas, hace arder el principal depósito de combustible de Moscú
La espiral de agresiones rusas y ucranias a buques mercantes se ha cobrado ya la vida de medio centenar de marineros
Piden más capacidad operativa y alertan de un peligro real de atentados contra Alemania Leer
Civilians try to flee as men and boys rounded up on streets by new alliance as Ethiopia conflict erupts againAs renewed fighting has threatened a fresh humanitarian crisis in the northern region of Ethiopia, reports are emerging that a new alliance of armed groups in Tigray has been forcibly recruiting men and boys to its ranks.Renewed conflict erupted on 23 September between Ethiopia’s federal government and the…
For-profit water corporations, federal cuts and climate crisis are ‘supercharging water rate hikes’, study co-author saysUS households are paying 62% more for drinking water than they did a decade ago – outpacing inflation, grocery prices and household incomes, according to a new study.Food & Water Watch, a Washington DC-based non-profit, analyzed 2025 billing data from the 500 largest community water systems in…
Pedro Sánchez, the Spanish prime minister, has faced challenges including a migration crisis and several corruption scandals involving his inner circle.
The vote’s timing makes it a litmus test for progressive politics across Europe.
El ataque del copiloto al capitán del Boeing para perpetrar un "ataque terrorista" deja algunas incógnitas, como los filtros que pasan los pilotos al ser contratados o la puerta blindada de la cabina Leer
El Comité Internacional de la Cruz Roja atiende en Moscú a familiares que buscan a sus allegados y luchan con el dolor de la ausencia
La victoria de su formación refuerza la influencia del político serbobosnio, que desafía a la Unión Europea y a las instituciones centrales del Estado
La cadena anuncia que la personalidad MAGA trabajará como comentarista en varios programas de la cadena conservadora
Los periódicos y cadenas más relevantes realizan una cobertura especial del adelanto electoral español, centrándose en la figura del presidente, sus datos desfavorables en las encuestas y los escándalos que le rodean Leer
Imágenes satelitales revelan una importante transformación llevada a cabo en la residencia durante la guerra, mientras que los registros judiciales y los anuncios de empleo con pago en efectivo exponen el rastro documental oculto de este vasto proyecto.
The war with Iran is reshaping America ahead of the midterms – how will it affect US voters at the polls? Join us for a live conversation on 6 October at 12pm ET with political and global correspondentsSign in or sign up to join the conversationWelcome to our latest US midterms live Q&A – just over a month away from election day on 3 November.The war with Iran has had major implications for Americans’ wallets,…
Lee Jae Myung highlights public anxiety over what one official calls a ‘completely new kind of crisis’
A defeat for Sánchez and his socialist party could bring down a long-serving European leader whose star power has risen among the global left for standing up to President Donald Trump.
Chatham House fellow gives evidence at UK parliament committee on global AI governance and risks News release thilton.drupal 21 September 2026 Senior Research Fellow Isabella Wilkinson spoke to the House of Lords International Relations and Defence Committee at a time when many are calling for greater regulation of AI in the light of emerging risks. Isabella Wilkinson, Senior Research Fellow with Chatham…
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…
Brazil’s presidential election is more than just another polarized contest Expert comment jon.wallace 28 September 2026 A Bolsonaro victory would mean Trump-aligned governments dominate South America. The first round of Brazil’s presidential election is scheduled for 4 October, with 13 candidates competing to occupy the Brazilian presidential palace,…
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…
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…
La deliberación para este galardón se encuentra bajo un clima de extrema cautela por parte del Comité Nobel Noruego debido a la intensa presión política ejercida por el presidente estadounidense y el antecedente polémico con María Corina Machado
El conflicto suma a una nueva convocatoria a la Marcha Federal Universitaria.El Gobierno podría enfrentar multas diarias si incumple la orden judicial.
Tras sanciones de la OFAC a compañías ligadas al Cártel de Sinaloa, Ayuntamientos de BC anunciaron medidas para bloquear a esas empresas.
Mediante charlas sobre inteligencia artificial, ventas y economía, emprendedores de todo el país se dieron cita para adquirir nuevas herramientas de negocio, en un espacio que consolida el acompañamiento de BAC con sus clientes.
La fracción oficialista utilizó una nueva maniobra legislativa para impedir la elección de magistrados suplentes, lo que profundiza un conflicto que plantea serias preguntas sobre la separación de poderes
Costa Rica puede y debe negociar la exclusión de los lácteos del Acuerdo Transpacífico. A los congresistas que emitirán el voto definitivo, les digo que lo que está en juego es la permanencia de miles de familias productoras, el empleo rural y la soberanía alimentaria del país
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.
El candidato del PL se impuso en la primera vuelta con el 47,03% de los votos; Lula quedó segundo con el 45,16%; la Bolsa trepó casi el 8% y el dólar bajó
Un triunfo del candidato afín a Trump cambiaría la relación con Washington menos de lo que parece
Pentagon confirms execution order for Nidal Hasan, convicted of killing 13 in Fort Hood shooting in 2009.
At a campaign rally in Nebraska, US President Donald Trump joked about letting Iran bomb Los Angeles and San Diego.
Gavin Newsom calls comments ‘deranged and dangerous’ after president tells Nebraska rally: ‘They can take out a city’Leaders in California have denounced Donald Trump as “reckless” and “deranged” after the US president suggested Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego – two liberal cities in the blue state that has been a frequent target of his administration.At a rally in ruby red Nebraska on Monday night,…
Also in today’s newsletter: Brazil’s stock market surges and Trump eases limits on use of red diesel
Le Parti québécois, vainqueur du scrutin, a toutefois prévenu qu’une consultation sur l’avenir de la province ne serait pas organisée avant la fin du mandat de Donald Trump, estimant que le contexte actuel n’offrait pas un « climat serein ».
Flávio Bolsonaro, now the favorite to win Brazil’s presidency, would give President Trump a critical new ally in Latin America, particularly on security.
Gov. Gavin Newsom called the president “dangerous and deranged” after his remarks at a political rally, where Mr. Trump said the Iran war was necessary to “keep the world safe.”
A White House adviser said the uncharacteristic reticence was a strategic decision as Flávio Bolsonaro takes the lead heading into the next round.
The 34-year-old woman was arrested as she sought to board a flight to Shanghai from Los Angeles.
Vladimir Putin’s latest plan for victory puts a cease-fire well out of reach.
In the post-Trump era, Washington will need to regain credibility. Pluralism is where it should start.
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…
Trump, midterms and the Middle East: What comes next? 13 October 2026 — 16:00 TO 17:00 BST Anonymous (not verified) 30 September 2026 Online As the midterms approach, hear from a panel of experts on how domestic politics are shaping US policy in the Middle East. As the midterms approach, hear from leading policymakers and analysts on how domestic politics are shaping US policy in the Middle East. The…
El presidente de refirió al éxito del candidato de derecha, considerado un aliado del magnate, y pronosticó “una elección muy cerrada”; Marco Rubio se limitó a señalar que “todo el mundo esperaba” que hubiera balotaje
Al igual que le pasó a Trump, su enorme elección permitirá a los Bolsonaro no solo regresar, sino hacerlo con más poder que antes, si ganan el balotaje
El Centro Nacional de Huracanes de EU pronosticó alto porcentaje de que dos ciclones se desarrollen en el Océano Pacífico y Golfo de México.
Trump firmó orden para relajar restricciones sobre uso de una variedad de diesel exenta de impuestos, que busca bajar costos de combustible.
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.