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Milei doubles down on calling Brazil's Lula a 'thief'

03-08-2026 19:12 President Javier Milei renews his attacks on Brazilian counterpart Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

Milei’s money man shuns foreign markets after failed bond binge

03-08-2026 18:27 Luis Caputo previously tapped foreign bond markets again and again, earning the moniker “serial borrower” from his critics. But nowadays, he's not selling bonds overseas.

FOREIGN RELATIONS

Milei accuses Spain PM Sánchez of using immigrants to 'win votes'

03-08-2026 18:04 La Libertad Avanza leader, a fierce critic of Spanish leader, accuses Pedro Sánchez of encouraging immigration to win votes and help "perpetuate his tyranny." He presented no evidence for his claim.

CARS & AUTOMOBILES

Chinese EVs are everywhere in Argentina despite Milei’s MAGA ties

03-08-2026 06:44 Brightly lit BYD dealerships are popping up nationwide as part of a broader wave of new showrooms emblazoned with names like BAIC, MG and Chery.

POLITICS & CULTURE

La Libertad Avanza, PRO team up in forum against abortion, sex ed

03-08-2026 06:09 Libertarian lawmakers, City Deputy Mayor Clara Muzzio and veteran PRO politician Gabriela Michetti participate in symposium against abortion and sex education.

THE WEEK IN REVIEW

Stories that caught our eye: July 25 to August 1

01-08-2026 19:31 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.

BEYOND THE HEADLINES

Racism as its own worst enemy

01-08-2026 19:20 No country is racist and no country is free of racism – this is not a black-and-white issue (perhaps not the best way of putting it) but numerous shades of grey.

by Michael Soltys

POLITICS – ANALYSIS

Total (culture) war

01-08-2026 19:17 The “culture wars” Milei is so fond of are the cornerstone of his political construction.

by Agustino Fontevecchia

Image of one of Argentina's federal prisons.

Prisons & Human Rights

Prison watchdog flags overcrowding and detainee rights concerns

01-08-2026 14:30 Argentina’s PPN federal prison watchdog warns of overcrowding, lack of transparency and rights setbacks in annual report.

EDITORIAL

Blame it on Sao Paulo

01-08-2026 12:17 It might well also be asked whether meddling in the domestic politics of other countries belongs in any presidential work list.

As I see it

Education everywhere is due for an overhaul

01-08-2026 11:40 Throughout the world there are millions of people, many of whom are now middle-aged or on the verge of retirement, with university degrees of one kind or another who, to their despair, have found out that they do not guarantee them a well-paying job.

by James Neilson

Images from Argentine Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft landing at Marambio Base in Antarctica. The challenges do not end with the runway itself – Antarctic weather can change within minutes, affecting every stage of flight operations.

MILITARY & DEFENCE

How pilots land aircraft at Argentina’s most challenging Antarctic airstrip

01-08-2026 10:55 Air Force pilots face one of the most demanding landings at Argentina’s Marambio Base in Antarctica, touching down on a natural runway made of permanently frozen ground and rock, while contending with extreme winds, snow and rapidly changing weather conditions.

Harold Hamm speaks during the APEC CEO Summit in Gyeongju, South Korea.

ENERGY & GAS

Oil billionaire Hamm seeks to expand in Argentina’s shale patch

01-08-2026 05:17 US shale pioneer Harold Hamm is moving to expand his footprint in Argentina’s Vaca Muerta oil basin.

President Javier Milei and South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung pose with a chainsaw during a meeting at the Casa Rosada in Buenos Aires on July 31, 2026.

BILATERAL RELATIONS

Argentina and South Korea announce critical minerals partnership

01-08-2026 04:58 President Javier Milei met his South Korean counterpart, Lee Jae Myung, in Buenos Aires on Friday as the two countries sought to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, energy and trade.

The Central Bank of Argentina in Buenos Aires.

ECONOMIC POLICY

Milei Central Bank reform would ban financing state spending

31-07-2026 22:43 Milei’s push to fortify the Central Bank contrasts with his campaign pledges in 2023 to dollarise the economy and definitively shutter the institution he described as “the worst garbage that exists on this Earth.”

Images from the alleged Chilean burglary network and some of its 'members' or crew.

SPECIAL INVESTIGATION

Criminal tourism: Inside the Chilean burglary network targeting sports stars

31-07-2026 06:40 How a gang accused of raiding Juan Martín del Potro's home fits into an international criminal network that has targeted elite athletes across the Americas and Europe.

by Federico Perez Vecchio

INTERVIEW

'They don't have bosses': The detective hunting Chile's 'criminal tourists'

31-07-2026 06:40 After years tracking crews and gangs accused of targeting athletes and celebrities, Nassau County detective Jesús Bonilla explains how the crews recruit, operate and continue to expand.

SPECIAL INVESTIGATION

From Tandil break-in to FBI probe – How Del Potro burglary went global

31-07-2026 06:40 Investigation into burglary at former tennis star's home has expanded into an international case involving Interpol, the FBI and a possible extradition to the United States.

by Federico Perez Vecchio

EMERGENCY DECREE

Milei signs decree allowing Argentina to bar or expel foreigners over 'hate speech'

30-07-2026 03:54 Milei government issues emergency decree allowing authorities to deny entry to or deport foreigners accused of inciting hatred, discrimination or violence against Argentina or for insulting national symbols.

Cristina & the courts

Fernández de Kirchner takes graft conviction to UN Rights Committee

29-07-2026 18:27 Convicted ex-president takes case to UN rights body; CFK claims corruption trial was politically motivated and seeks international scrutiny of Judiciary.

After Argentina came from behind to seal victory with two late goals in a fractious match on Wednesday, the team’s players celebrated with a banner which read 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas.'

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

FIFA to probe Argentina over World Cup final ill-discipline, Malvinas banner

29-07-2026 18:25 FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against four Argentines and one Spaniard over incidents following World Cup final; AFA will also face probe over controversial Malvinas banner.

A helicopter similar to that of the tragedy.

AIR TRAGEDY

Seven killed in helicopter crash in San Juan Province

29-07-2026 18:20 Seven dead after a forest fire-fighting helicopter crashes in San Juan Province, confirms Marcelo Orrego.

FOREIGN RELATIONS

Milei meets Peru's new president Fujimori during Lima inauguration

29-07-2026 13:14 The President also held a bilateral meeting with the Peruvian president-elect hours before she was sworn in during a trip seeking to consolidate the Latin American right.

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva visits the Vaca Muerta shale formation.

ENERGY & GAS

IMF chief visits Vaca Muerta shale field

29-07-2026 11:38 IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva tours Loma Campana field, operated by YPF in Neuquén, during visit to Argentina.

A worker drinks from a traditional mate cup with metal straw.

IN FOCUS

Behind yerba mate craze, farmers bemoan Milei’s austerity

29-07-2026 11:05 Yerba mate is fast becoming the caffeine vehicle of choice for wellness-minded consumers far from its South American roots.

Dollar purchases

Argentina snaps dollar-buying streak day after IMF hailed policy

29-07-2026 10:57 Monetary authority didn’t buy greenbacks in Argentina’s currency market on Tuesday for the first time since January 2.

Argentina's President Javier Milei leaves the Peruvian National Congress building after the Peru's President Keiko Fujimori's inauguration in Lima on July 28, 2026.

REGOINAL TENSIONS

Milei's spokesperson plays down diplomatic spat with Brazil

29-07-2026 10:54 Argentina's government admits to "ideological and political differences" with neighbouring Brazil but says they won't affect bilateral trade.

An aerial view shows the financial district skyline in Buenos Aires in June.

MARKETs

Robeco’s US$18-billion stock picker bets on Argentina after hiatus

28-07-2026 11:17 It took nearly a decade for one of Europe’s biggest emerging-market investors to return to Argentine stocks.

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva looks on as Argentina's Economy Minister Luis Caputo waves upon her arrival for a meeting at the Economy Ministry in Buenos Aires on July 27, 2026.

Analysis

IMF chief visits Milei as Argentina’s US$57-billion bill comes due

28-07-2026 04:17 Eight years, three deals and US$57 billion since the last IMF leader came to Argentina, Kristalina Georgieva arrived Monday in Buenos Aires.

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Border crossings shut as heavy snow coats Argentina's side of Andes

28-07-2026 04:06 Truck drivers said they had spent up to eight days stuck in one spot after over three metres of snowfall blocked roads and shuttered the Puente del Inca border crossing into Chile.

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva leaves Argentina's Economy Ministry in Buenos Aires on July 27, 2026, after a meeting with Economy Minister Luis Caputo and heads to the Casa Rosada for talks with Argentine President Javier Milei.

IMF LEADER VISITS

IMF boss hails 'much sounder' Argentine economy under Milei

27-07-2026 18:42 International Monetary Fund director Kristalina Georgieva hails economic progress under President Javier Milei during visit to Buenos Aires.

Young workers at a factory in Buenos Aires Province.

EMPLOYMENT & JOBS

Over nine million workers now informally employed in Argentina

27-07-2026 14:58 Even though unemployment levels remain almost unchanged, the wear is beginning to show in job quality. Specialists warn involvement of young women is growing, but mostly in informal employment.

by María Lorena Rodríguez

Lionel Messi cries after losing the 2026 World Cup final.

BEYOND THE HEADLINES

More pain or gain with Spain?

27-07-2026 05:10 If one swallow does not make a summer, one substandard final does not make a winter either, obliterating the glorious run-up with seven consecutive victories.

by Michael Soltys

A Vista Energy oil and gas field on the Vaca Muerta shale deposit in Neuquén,

ENERGY & GAS

Vista Energy joins Milei's RIGI investment incentive scheme

27-07-2026 05:06 Firm has pledged to plough US$5.8 billion into drilling 336 wells in over 10,000 hectares of the northern reaches of Vaca Muerta shale deposits with the aim of producing a daily 50,000 barrels of oil.

Argentina's President Javier Milei waves during the 138th annual La Rural agricultural exhibition in Buenos Aires on July 26, 2026.

POLITICS & ECONOMY

Milei outlines Central Bank reform bill aimed at monetary discipline

27-07-2026 04:49 President claims his planned overhaul would strengthen the Central Bank's independence and permanently curb inflation.

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.

IMF LEADER IN TOWN

IMF leader Georgieva to visit Milei in Buenos Aires

27-07-2026 04:31 IMF sources say Georgieva also plans to meet with Economy Minister Luis Caputo, Central Bank Governor Santiago Bausili and experts from the business world and academia.

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

Caputo boldly claims Argentina will ‘reach zero inflation’

27-07-2026 04:12 Prediction comes after inflation fell sharply during President Milei's first two years in office.

Fans supporting Argentina at the World Cup final.

THE WEEK IN REVIEW

Stories that caught our eye: July 18 to 25

27-07-2026 04:00 A selection of stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.

Javier Milei and Flávio Bolsonaro during a campaign launch event in São Paulo on July 25, 2026.

FOREIGN RELATIONS

Brazil recalls ambassador after Milei attacks Lula, judge

27-07-2026 03:34 Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira summons Argentina’s ambassador to express Brazil’s “revulsion” over Milei’s actions in São Paulo.

foreign relations fallout

Milei accuses Brazil, Mexico of funding 'anti-Argentina campaign' without evidence

27-07-2026 00:48 President makes wild claims in radio interview, without providing evidence; Points finger at "Brazilian government," Mexico and US Democrats.

Argentina's President Javier Milei holds a national football jersey next to Brazil's right-wing presidential hopeful Flavio Bolsonaro holding a national flag during the launching of the latter's candidacy within the Liberal Party convention, in São Paulo, Brazil on July 25, 2026.

BILATERAL RELATIONS

Brazil recalls ambassador to Argentina over Milei's 'insults'

26-07-2026 14:19 Lula government recalls ambassador in Buenos Aires for talks after Milei backs Flávio Bolsonaro, attacks Brazilian leader during visit to see right-wing ally in São Paulo.

Brazil's right-wing presidential hopeful Flavio Bolsonaro kisses his wife Fernanda Bolsonaro during the launching of his candidacy within the Liberal Party (PL) convention, in São Paulo, Brazil on July 25, 2026.

BRAZILIAN POLITICS

Brazil's right-wing party nominates Bolsonaro's son to battle Lula

26-07-2026 04:46 Firebrand ex-president Jair Bolsonaro anointed his eldest son Flavio as his political heir after being sentenced to 27 years in prison; President Javier Milei travels to rally to denounce Lula, back right-winger.

Javier Milei and Jair Bolsonaro at CPAC Brazil in 2024.

LATIN AMERICA

Milei tests his right-wing magic on Flavio Bolsonaro’s shaky campaign in Brazil

25-07-2026 13:05 Javier Milei is flying straight into an uproar in Brazil, seeking to help topple his arch-rival and Latin America’s most prominent leftist.

Analysis: Disinformation

In defence of Argentine culture and football

25-07-2026 04:54 z

by Agustino Fontevecchia

EDITORIAL

A world without cup

25-07-2026 04:36 The injustice of some criticisms should not justify going to the other extreme of a fanatical nationalism insisting that there is nothing to reproach.

As I see it

The return of the ugly Argentine

25-07-2026 04:34 Does the abuse being hurled against the country’s footballers by aggrieved foreigners whose national teams got knocked out early matter very much? It clearly does.

by James Neilson

Analysing Argentina

The ‘Scaloni moment’ Milei needs to get re-elected

25-07-2026 03:56 Scaloni’s secret formula is simple and public: professionalism, humility, respect, and results. In more than three years in office and almost 10 years in the public limelight, Milei has never cooled down a controversy; on the contrary, he has been the one creating them.

by Marcelo J. García

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