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Democracies in choppy waters

04-10-2025 06:09 Needless to say, the United States is not the only country in which the recently dominant progressive elite is on the back foot.

by James Neilson

CONFLICT IN MIDDLE EAST

Mother of Israeli hostages clings to hope after two-year ordeal

03-10-2025 18:03 Every Saturday night for the past two years, tens of thousands of Israelis have gathered in Tel Aviv and across the country to demand the hostages' return.

Geopolitics & finance

Bessent’s Argentina rescue pledge put to test by traders attacking peso

03-10-2025 16:58 US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s record as a powerful pacifier of unruly markets is now being put to the test in Argentina.

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Albiceleste Under 20s give us a glimpse of football’s future

03-10-2025 16:52 The Under-20 World Cup in Chile, which Argentina have opened with back-to-back wins, is showing off football's latest innovation, FVS (Football Video Support) and the so-called ‘Green Card.’

by Dan Edwards

FOREIGN POLICY

US Treasury chief issues second message of support for Milei's Argentina

02-10-2025 12:03 US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says Washington is "fully prepared to do what is necessary" in support of Milei as he confirms Argentina is key to “maintaining a US strategic interest in the Western Hemisphere.”

Foreign policy & diplomacy

Trump offers Milei pre-election boost with White House visit

30-09-2025 17:53 President Javier Milei will be received by Donald Trump at the White House on October 14.

Casa Rosada to Casa Blanca

Argentina: Trump will host Milei at White House on October 14

30-09-2025 13:53 US President Donald Trump to host President Javier Milei at the White House on October 14 – less than two weeks before Argentina’s head of state faces key nationwide elections.

JERUSALEM POST RANKING

Former US ambassador to Argentina named one of world's most influential Jews

29-09-2025 16:43 Marc Stanley, Washington's former envoy in Buenos Aires, recognised as one of the most influential Jewish people in the world.

'TODAY WE BURN JEWS!'

Milei condemns anti-Semitic chants by school pupils on Bariloche trip

29-09-2025 12:48 President Milei condemns "reprehensible" video of anti-Semitic chanting by school students on graduation trip in Bariloche.

POLITICS – ANALYSIS

Milei: From rockstar to beggar

27-09-2025 06:05 Milei has gone from international political rockstar to beggar in less than two years, following a similar trajectory to Mauricio Macri – only that the latter got bailed out after winning the midterm elections.

by Agustino Fontevecchia

ANALYSIS

Milei’s bet on Trump pays off at critical moment for Argentina

26-09-2025 22:58 The years Javier Milei spent courting Donald Trump are paying off at a critical moment.

Foreign policy & diplomacy

Milei meets Netanyahu, ratifies his support for Israel against Hamas

26-09-2025 10:42 Argentine president and Israeli prime minister hold private meeting in New York to discuss conflict in Middle East, bilateral cooperation.

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

US Treasury Secretary lauds Milei at midtown gala

25-09-2025 09:03 US Treasury secretary heaps praise on President, claiming he has “laid the foundation for a new golden age in Argentina.”

AMIA BOMBING

Absentee trial for fugitive Iranian AMIA bombing suspects confirmed

25-09-2025 00:52 Decision by federal judge Daniel Rafecas confirmed by appeals court; Argentina will try 10 Iranian and Lebanese nationals suspected of the deadly 1994 bombing of the AMIA Jewish community centre that killed 85 people.

MULTILATERAL MEETS FOR MILEI

IMF chief: Argentina ‘is moving in the right direction’

24-09-2025 18:51 IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva heaps praise on President as World Bank and Inter-American Development Bank vows assistance.

UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Milei slams 'overreach,' calls for UN reform in General Assembly speech

24-09-2025 13:33 Head of state calls for major UN reform and heaps praise on Donald Trump in speech to general assembly; President also reiterates claims to Malvinas Islands, demands release of Israeli hostages in Gaza.

US-ARGENTINA RELATIONS

Trump backs Milei, downplays need for 'bailout' in Argentina

23-09-2025 15:10 White House official says a financial announcement on Argentina will be coming later Tuesday.

US-ARGENTINA RELATIONS

Trump says Argentina does not 'need' bailout at Milei meeting

23-09-2025 14:09 US President Donald Trump declared Tuesday that he doesn't think Argentina needs a bailout as he met with President Javier Milei in New York.

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

OECD lowers Argentina’s growth estimate, raises inflation forecast

23-09-2025 12:42 Argentina’s economy will grow 4.3%, with inflation of 39.8%, according to OECD; Body declines in consumption and exports, as well as industry and construction.

UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Trump slams UN, Europe, immigration in General Assembly speech

23-09-2025 12:13 Trump slams 'con job' climate change and mocks United Nations in blistering speech to General Assembly; Shying away from criticism of Washington's traditional enemies, he instead trains ire on UN bosses and tells European nations immigration is ruining their nations.

UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Brazil's Lula warns 'anti-democratic forces' targeting institutions

23-09-2025 12:07 "Anti-democratic forces are trying to subjugate institutions and stifle freedoms," warns Brazilian president at UN General Assembly.

EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL

Farmers call Paris protest against EU-Mercosur deal

23-09-2025 11:50 French farmers union to stage massive protest next month in rejection of the EU-Mercosur trade deal.

US-ARGENTINA SUPPORT

US senator questions Bessent on Argentina ‘bailout’ as Milei waits

23-09-2025 09:38 Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren seeks more information about the Trump administration’s "bailout” of Argentina’s economy.

POLITICS & ECONOMY

Milei, asked about US Treasury talks, says negotiations advanced

20-09-2025 09:24 Financial support from Washington would provide relief to policymakers who are trying to reassure investors that Milei can sustain his austerity push after October’s midterm elections.

NATIONAL TEAM STAR

Report: Messi, Inter Miami agree to extend contract beyond 2026

18-09-2025 08:09 Argentine superstar's contract with MLS side Inter Miami will be extended beyond next year's World Cup, according to a source close to the matter.

Foreign relations & diplomacy

Milei rejects ‘moderate option’ as he hails Charlie Kirk at CPAC Paraguay

16-09-2025 23:29 At CPAC in Asunción, Argentina’s President warns against ‘third way’ politics, praises Paraguay’s economic model and meets his counterpart and ally Santiago Peña.

MERCOSUR-EFTA AGREEMENT

Mercosur and EFTA sign free-trade deal in Rio de Janeiro

16-09-2025 18:42 Deal creates a market of 300 million people and covers some US$4 trillion in GDP; Brazil brands it a “clear signal” against US protectionism led by Trump.

DIPLOMACY

New UK ambassador in Argentina presents credentials, begins posting

15-09-2025 14:50 New UK Ambassador David Cairns meets with Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein; Cooperation on trade and investment issues is priority for UK’s top representative in Argentina.

INTERNATIONAL AGENDA

Milei hails Charlie Kirk as ‘martyr of freedom’ in speech to Vox rally

15-09-2025 09:36 President explains absence at far-right rally, says he stayed in Argentina to defend his government after electoral setback in Buenos Aires Province.

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Miss Messi when he's gone? We miss him already

12-09-2025 06:10 Lionel Messi gave the Monumental crowd and Argentina a suitable send-off against Venezuela. That’s the good out of the way; now, I'm afraid, we have to cover the bad…

by Dan Edwards

Foreign relations & diplomacy

Flight carrying Argentines deported from US lands in Buenos Aires

11-09-2025 08:43 First Trump-era deportation flight to Buenos Aires brings 17 Argentines back; Milei government tried to keep operation quiet and will not complain to Washington, but nation has been grouped alongside Brazil and Venezuela by the US administration.

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Sad send off for Argentina’s Otamendi in Ecuador defeat

11-09-2025 00:24 Surprising loss to Ecuador in Guayaquil set to bring an end to residency of number one spot of FIFA world rankings.

WORLD ECONOMY

BRICS leaders denounce protectionism, tariff 'blackmail'

08-09-2025 14:40 Several BRICS members are among those most affected by what Lula referred to Monday as "tariff blackmail" and "unjustified and illegal" trade practices.

GRACIAS LEO! THANK YOU!

Messi bags a brace, enjoys last World Cup qualifier to fullest

05-09-2025 00:22 On a night of tears, standing ovations and plenty of joy, in his final South American qualifier, Argentina’s No. 10 Lionel Messi bags two in a 3-0 victory over Venezuela.

REGIONAL TENSIONS

Latin American nations concerned by US-Venezuela tension

04-09-2025 16:04 Washington ramps up regional crime fight; Trump confirms Washington killed 11 “terrorists” when it took down a boat allegedly carrying drugs into international waters.

PAINTING HUNT SUCCESS

Police recover Nazi-looted painting spotted in online property ad

04-09-2025 01:08 Two detained as painting stolen from Dutch Jewish art collector in World War II is found in Mar del Plata; 18th-century masterwork was spotted after appearing in online property ad; Relative of dead Nazi financial guru and her partner placed under house arrest.

ARGENTINA-US RELATIONS

US taps brakes on Argentina visa waiver in another setback for Milei

04-09-2025 00:22 Trump administration pauses Argentina’s bid for a visa waiver just as the process for its entry into the programme was getting underway.

FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY

Argentina will not put up candidate for UN rights council

03-09-2025 12:09 Government will not put up candidate for election to United Nations Human Rights Council; Decision follows announcement that Argentina will withdraw from World Health Organisation.

Tango World Championship

Dynamic Argentine duo win Stage final at World Tango Championship

03-09-2025 11:39 Leandro Bojko and Micaela García crowned champions of Stage category at the 2025 World Tango Championship.

NARCO-TRAFFICKING ALLEGATIONS

US says 11 killed in strike on 'drug-carrying boat' from Venezuela

02-09-2025 21:20 Maduro declares Venezuela is prepared for "a period of armed struggle in defence of the national territory" as tensions rise.

WORLDWIDE HUNT

Nazi-looted painting recovered, two taken into custody

02-09-2025 17:09 Long-lost Nazi-looted portrait found in Mar del Plata; Daughter of late fugitive officer and her partner placed under house arrest.

EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL

EU to present Mercosur trade deal for member state approval

01-09-2025 13:40 Deal is backed by a wide majority of EU countries keen to diversify trade away from the United States, but France remains staunchly opposed.

Chainsaw hits football

Fútbol para pocos: Milei decides 2026 World Cup won’t be on public TV

27-08-2025 13:45 For the first time in 52 years, Argentina’s government has confirmed that it will not be buying the broadcasting rights to the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada and broadcasting it free-to-air. The move – which saves an estimated US$7 million – forms part of austerity for state media.

ART & DANCE

Tango BA Festival and 2025 Tango World Cup kicks off

21-08-2025 16:49 Event will run over the next two weeks with over 500 activities planned and more than 2,000 artists and 50 venues participating all over the City.

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Angola civic groups urge Argentina, Messi to scrap football friendly

19-08-2025 16:06 Argentina and Lionel Messi urged to scrap planning for friendly match in Luanda with Angola after 30 people were killed in protests.

WAR IN UKRAINE

Zelenskyy tells Milei during call that Ukraine needs fair deal to end war

14-08-2025 16:37 Call comes just one day before Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart Donald Trump meet in Alaska for a summit on "the resolution of the Ukraine crisis.”