FRIENDS IN HIGH PLACES Milei’s actor friend runs state agency with multi-million-dollar budget Yesterday 17:16 AAICI trade body, led by ally and friend of President Javier Milei, received more funds than Garrahan Children’s Hospital over the past nine months.
GOVERNMENT & POLITICS Court strikes down Milei decree restricting right to strike Yesterday 15:15 Ruling says measure lacked urgency and bypassed Congress without any justification.
MILEI'S CANINE CONTROVERSY Milei makes waves by taking his dog Conan to interview Yesterday 12:29 Javier Milei and Karina Milei make an appearance on a pet-themed charity livestream show with two dogs – including Conan, the allegedly cloned successor to the President's original late dog and spiritual confidant.
MERCOSUR SUMMIT IN BUENOS AIRES Milei to host Mercosur presidents amid tensions with Lula 29-06-2025 11:54 President will lead this week’s two-day two summit in Buenos Aires; Argentina’s leader to again push for a liberal shift in the South American trade bloc’s future.
Foreign policy & diplomacy Argentina condemns Iran's 'threats' against IAEA chief Grossi 29-06-2025 11:07 Argentina's Foreign Ministry expresses support for UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi, stating it "categorically condemns the threats against him coming from Iran."
Analysing Argentina Milei’s Argentina: A tale of two pockets 28-06-2025 07:33 There is a “dollarised” Argentina doing well and a “pesofied” Argentina that is struggling. by Marcelo J. García
Campaign comments Midterms in midyear 28-06-2025 07:24 Given the total inability of the protagonists in Buenos Aires Province to get their act together, the midterms still four months away are looking more like candidates for “It’s the economy, stupid” than ever. by Michael Soltys
opinion and analysis Carnal relations 28-06-2025 06:01 Halfway between the ‘Conurbano’ and World War III. by Agustino Fontevecchia
Elections 2025 Milei launches La Libertad Avanza's campaign in Buenos Aires Province 27-06-2025 15:37 At LLA congress in opposition stronghold of Buenos Aires Province, Milei brands Governor Axel Kicillof “a junior Stalin” and frames regional vote as choice between “civilisation or barbarism.”
POLITICS Argentina to beef up Milei’s security for overseas travel 27-06-2025 13:02 Government will tighten security measures for President Javier Milei abroad against possible Iranian threats given Argentine leader’s support for Israel.
FOREIGN POLICY With same demands, isolated Milei prepares for Mercosur summit 26-06-2025 18:51 No bilateral meetings anticipated, but at the upcoming summit in Buenos Aires, there could be clashes with Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva – if not over their stance regarding the international situation involving Israel and Iran, then over the Brazilian leader’s potential visit to see Cristina Fernández de Kirchner serving house arrest.
Editorial Liberty not advancing for everybody 21-06-2025 06:37 Confirmation of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner’s prison sentence has gifted an increasingly divided Peronism a cause around which to rally in unity, but in the long term this cause may only serve to deepen the divisions.
Campaign comments Begin the begin 21-06-2025 06:28 Cristina Fernández de Kirchner is paradoxically sidelined and occupying centre stage at the same time. With her exclusion from any electoral candidacy, the campaign effectively starts again. by Michael Soltys
Dmitry Feoktistov Interview Russia’s relationship with Milei government is ‘frozen,’ says ambassador 21-06-2025 06:26 Russian Ambassador to Argentina Dmitry Feoktistov expresses "optimism" over the future of the bilateral relationship, marked by the government’s U-turn over Ukraine, but admits relations are on ice. "The ball is in their court," he says in an exclusive interview. by Cecilia Degl'Innocenti
ANALYSING ARGENTINA Will Milei be haunted by the ghost of Cristina? 21-06-2025 06:07 The arrest and jailing of a political opponent may be good news for incumbents in the short term, but nothing good results in the medium to long term. by Marcelo J. García
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Dissidence will be treated as treason 21-06-2025 05:59 A leader as experienced as Cristina Fernández de Kirchner knows there is no time to waste, as the window of opportunity could quickly close. by Agustino Fontevecchia
POLITICS Fernández de Kirchner claims police are attempting to provoke supporters 20-06-2025 22:47 Former president Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, confined to house arrest as she serves a six-year jail term, urges supporters not to gather as police deploy near her apartment.
DIPLOMACY & FOREIGN POLICY President Milei: 'Iran is an enemy of Argentina' 20-06-2025 01:16 President declares Iran to be "an enemy of Argentina" during television interview; Milei says Israel is "saving Western civilisation" and vowed unwavering support amid conflict with Islamic republic.
DIPLOMACY & FOREIGN POLICY Oxenford takes up post as Argentina’s ambassador to United States 18-06-2025 14:24 Tech businessman presents credentials to US President Donald Trump; Foreign Ministry reshuffle continues with appointment of key economic envoy. by Cecilia Degl'Innocenti
Argentina gun laws Milei authorises sale of semi-automatic and assault weapons to civilians 18-06-2025 13:18 New presidential decree reverses decades-long restrictions, in place since 1995; Changes follow earlier moves to ease gun ownership rules.
ANALYSIS Inflation and the ballot box: Milei bets on falling prices to win votes 18-06-2025 12:46 Monthly CPI and wholesale rates are now central to the government’s election strategy – but questions are mounting over purchasing power and price-controlled services. by Gonzalo Martínez
ECONOMIC INDICATORS Milei cools Argentina wholesale inflation to lowest since 2020 17-06-2025 23:23 Data shows wholesale prices declined in May for the first time since the height of the pandemic.
CRIME & SECURITY Milei announces overhaul of Federal Police’s powers 17-06-2025 23:10 Government moves to grant Federal Police officers greater freedom to detain suspects and investigate crimes; Rights groups express concerns over new statutes.
ISRAEL-IRAN CONFLICT Milei calls Netanyahu to express Argentina's support for Israel amid Iran conflict 17-06-2025 11:48 President Javier Milei speaks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu via telephone, expressing Argentina’s support amid major escalation in the Middle East.
FOREIGN POLICY Argentina condemns Iran over Vahidi appointment, attack on Israel 16-06-2025 14:50 Milei’s office brands appointment of military officer allegedly linked to the AMIA bombing as “an unacceptable provocation.”
ANALYSING ARGENTINA What is a Supreme Court for? 14-06-2025 06:45 Cristina was a fading political star long before Argentina’s Supreme Court confirmed her conviction sentence. by Marcelo J. García
As I see it Tougher times for politicians on the take 14-06-2025 06:41 Argentina is turning into a country in which even the most powerful among them understand that they would be well advised to respect the letter of the law. by James Neilson
ECONOMIC INDICATORS Monthly inflation drops to 1.5% – lowest level in five years 12-06-2025 16:05 Consumer prices rose just 1.5% in May, according to government data – the lowest monthly rate since May 2020; Inflation at 13.3% so far this year, 43.5% over the last 12 months.
IMF PROGRAMME IMF applauds Argentina's measures to boost dollar reserves 12-06-2025 15:15 Earlier this week, Argentina’s Central Bank rolled out new economic measures designed to boost foreign currency holdings.
FORMER PRESIDENT JAILED Casa Rosada expects Fernández de Kirchner's arrest to be ‘respectful’ 12-06-2025 14:39 Although the details will be decided by the courts, government officials anticipate that the two-term former president will be treated with respect during the process.
GOVERNMENT REACTION Unity or infighting? Milei government awaits Peronism’s next move 12-06-2025 14:10 Casa Rosada sources says Peronism will either ‘circle the wagons or break up’ – whatever happens, officials promise to guarantee public order. by Juan Pablo Kavanagh
Foreign relations & diplomacy Milei: Argentina will move Israel Embassy to Jerusalem in 2026 11-06-2025 23:21 President becomes first Argentine head of state to address Israeli Parliament, tells lawmakers he will move his country's Embassy to Jerusalem next year.
CRISTINA CONDEMNED Fernández de Kirchner seeks house arrest, denounces ‘persecution’ at ICC 11-06-2025 22:31 Supporters rally in Buenos Aires outside the former president’s home as her lawyers appeal to the International Criminal Court and Inter-American Commission on Human Rights.
ANALYSIS: SHOCK THERAPY Dollar-obsessed Argentines have a newfound love for buying gold 11-06-2025 18:24 Argentina’s deep-rooted reliance on the greenback is now being challenged by a growing appetite for gold.
Analysis Fernández de Kirchner’s ban from office marks new chapter 11-06-2025 17:03 Top court sidelines Cristina Fernández de Kirchner from future elections, likely ushering in a new political era.
MILEI's FOREIGN TOUR Israel welcomes President Javier Milei for second official visit 10-06-2025 21:03 Benjamin Netanyahu greets President Javier Milei as a "true friend" of Israel.
politics & environment Milei decree to amend Glaciers Law, extend areas for exploitation 10-06-2025 12:09 President Javier Milei’s government administration says that environmental controls will remain while giving provinces greater autonomy.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Milei lands in Israel, makes second emotional visit to Wailing Wall 10-06-2025 10:05 President Milei arrives in Israel and visits the Wailing Wall: “I will always support the people of Israel with all my heart," he tells Jewish faithful at holy site.
'CRYPTOGATE' SCANDAL Anti-Corruption Office clears Milei of responsibility in ‘cryptogate’ scandal 10-06-2025 08:54 National government’s Anti-Corruption Office rules that President Javier Milei did not “violate” public ethics law when he promoted $LIBTA memecoin on February 14.
POLITICS & COURTS Defiant CFK warns Milei era ‘will end in major crisis’ 09-06-2025 22:08 Former president plays to Peronist base as rumours of an imminent Supreme Court ruling ramp up; “Being imprisoned is a certificate of dignity,” she tells supporters in speech.
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY EU-Mercosur deal, nuclear talks top agenda as Milei meets Macron 09-06-2025 16:55 President Javier Milei attends United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, as a gesture of goodwill towards his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron.
OPINION & ANALYSIS Milei: Cruelty as the method 09-06-2025 15:24 The cruelty that spills daily from President Milei’s mouth and from his no less uncouth officials is not rhetorical excess or a communications blunder. It is method. It is doctrine. by Daniel Capalbo
Foreign relations & diplomacy Milei renews attacks on Spanish PM Sánchez during Madrid visit 08-06-2025 20:47 President Javier Milei renews expletive-laden criticism of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez as bilateral ties plummet.
Editorial The gloomy science as gloom for science 07-06-2025 09:38 If starvation wages are expected to bridge the vacuum between the research structures of the 20th and 21st centuries, there will not be any scientists left for a brave new world.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Social cohesion, poverty top agenda at Milei-Pope meeting 07-06-2025 09:22 Pope León XIV welcomes Argentina’s President Javier Milei at Vatican, where he expresses concern over inequality, poverty and conflict.
PRESIDENT & PONTIFF Pope Leo XIV confirms Argentina visit during meeting with Milei 07-06-2025 09:12 Catholic leader tells Argentina’s president during one-to-one meeting that he plans to travel to the country. Vatican statement highlights discussions on poverty and social cohesion.
Analysing Argentina Milei’s (unnecessary) enemies are piling up 07-06-2025 06:46 Argentina's President is not only failing to make friends, he is accumulating too many enemies. by Marcelo J. García
Campaign comments On a mission in omission 07-06-2025 06:34 Voting for provincial deputies in Misiones is more likely to be a landslide for the local ruling party than any electoral earthquake. by Michael Soltys
ECONOMY & FOREIGN POLICY With Milei in Rome, YPF signs LNG export deal with Italy’s ENI 06-06-2025 22:05 Agreement signed in Rome while Milei visits Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on first leg of his 10-day foreign tour.
MATTRESS DOLLARS Milei bill promises protection for dirty ‘mattress dollars’ 05-06-2025 20:44 Government unveils “Fiscal Innocence” bill for Argentines holding undeclared dollars, promises “no more persecution.”