OPINION & ANALYSIS Orbán, the global far right and Milei’s moment Yesterday 14:46 The defeat of Hungary’s populist prime minister marks a setback for parties across the right-wing MAGA spectrum – Trump included. by Walter Curia
AS I SEE IT Did the ayatollahs get one over on Trump? 11-04-2026 06:49 Even though Trump is desperately looking for an excuse to call it quits, he could change his mind yet again when it dawns on him that the remnants of the Iranian regime are making him look like a loser. by James Neilson
WAR IN MIDDLE EAST Israel vows to fight on as Trump grants Iran ceasefire 09-04-2026 11:59 United States and Iran agree a ceasefire and are due to launch talks in Pakistan aimed at reaching a longer-term deal, but crucial sticking points remain.
AS I SEE IT Facing the Islamist challenge 14-03-2026 06:52 Will Trump and Netanyahu be satisfied with something less than “regime change”? Or are they dead set on continuing the war until the ayatollahs and their brutal enforcers have been replaced by a pro-Western government? by James Neilson
EXPLAINER What led to US-Israeli strikes on Iran: protests, nuclear power and proxies 28-02-2026 11:11 The United States and Israel launched a wave of strikes against targets in Iran on Saturday, triggering explosions in the capital Tehran and an escalation across the region.
MIDDLE EAST US, Israel launch strikes on Iran; Tehran hits back across region 28-02-2026 11:05 US and Israeli strikes on Iran follow the Islamic republic's violent repression of mass protests and stalled negotiations between Tehran and Washington.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Milei plans new Israel trip to finalise Jerusalem Embassy transfer 25-11-2025 22:30 Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno confirms during an event with his Israeli counterpart that President Javier Milei will travel to Israel next year to oversee the final transfer of Argentina’s Embassy to Jerusalem.
GUEST COLUMN Peace in the Middle East: Ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is not enough 17-10-2025 08:36 The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is not the last step, but the first step on a long road. by Marwan Gill
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.
STRIKES ON IRAN Trump: Iran nuclear facilities 'completely and totally obliterated' 21-06-2025 23:15 Washington joins Israel's air campaign against Tehran; US President Donald Trump announces US military has launched a "very successful attack" on three Iranian nuclear sites including the Fordo uranium enrichment plant.
As I see it High noon for Israel and the ayatollahs 21-06-2025 06:03 The Israelis hope that, by humiliating an incompetent regime and killing its military commanders one after another, they will encourage the Iranian people to take to the streets and help them remove it. by James Neilson
ISRAEL-IRAN CONFLICT Trump tells Israel, world he’ll make Iran war decision in ‘next two weeks’ 19-06-2025 21:57 Israel says it welcomes ‘all help’ in striking Iran as US president states there is still a “substantial” chance of talks to end the conflict.
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 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.
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY President Milei begins 10-day tour of Italy, France, Spain, Israel 05-06-2025 15:34 Javier Milei departs for the longest international tour of his Presidency; La Libertad Avanza leader will meet Pope Leo, Macron and Meloni, but the main event will be his time in Israel.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Milei to meet Meloni, Pope Leo, Netanyahu on 10-day international tour 31-05-2025 13:08 President’s 10-day tour will be the longest foreign trip so far of term in office; Stops in Rome, with Meloni and Pope meetings on the agenda; Trip to end in Israel, where Milei will address Knesset.
FOREIGN POLICY Milei to receive prize in Israel next month, speak at Knesset 28-05-2025 14:36 President Javier Milei will return to Jerusalem next month to receive an award and address Israel's parliament.
Foreign relations & diplomacy President Milei postpones scheduled trip to Israel 19-03-2025 23:31 Tensions in Israel and Argentina lead to suspension of President Javier Milei’s trip; Decision made as conflict rages in Middle East and protests pick up at home.
GAZA WAR Israel issues 'last warning' to Gazans 19-03-2025 17:18 Israel's most recent airstrikes have killed at least 436 people, according to Gaza's civil defence agency, disregarding the previously agreed upon ceasefire deal.
GAZA WAR Israel vows to fight in Gaza after deadliest strikes since truce 18-03-2025 09:47 Israel unleashed its most intense strikes on the Gaza Strip since a January ceasefire, with health ministry reporting 400 people killed, and Hamas accusing Benjamin Netanyahu of deciding to "resume war" after a deadlock on extending the truce.
Foreign policy & diplomacy Milei to visit Spain, make second trip to Israel 04-03-2025 14:49 President Javier Milei will travel to Tel Aviv on March 23, according to the government; La Libertad Avanza leader hopes to meet PM Netanyahu and ink memorandum on security and defence collaboration. by James Grainger
HOSTAGE RELEASE No 'official confirmation' on Israeli-Argentine child hostages 18-02-2025 14:25 Hamas is set to release four hostage bodies on Thursday and six hostages on Saturday, as the Israeli-Argentine Bibas family waits in uncertainty over the potential death of 2-year-old Kfir Bibas.
GAZA CEASEFIRE Hamas, Israel complete sixth hostage-prisoner swap 17-02-2025 15:18 Argentine Yair Horn was released Saturday as part of the sixth hostage-prisoner swap under the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal, appearing in better condition than hostages released the week before.
OPINION & ANALYSIS Trump and Gaza: No laughing matter 07-02-2025 10:01 What Trump wants to happen in Gaza is downright dangerous and could have dire consequences for a region that has triggered one war after another for decades. by David Smith
As I see it Mar-a-Lago on the Med 07-02-2025 09:58 Why is Trump’s suggestion being derided as hopelessly far-fetched and reactionary? by James Neilson
MIDDLE EAST 'We live or die here': Gazans reject Trump proposal 06-02-2025 13:35 War-displaced Palestinians say they would never agree to give up the territory.
Crisis in Middle East US appears to backtrack as Trump’s Gaza plan sparks global outcry 06-02-2025 13:28 Palestinians, Arab governments and world leaders respond with criticism to Donald Trump’s shock suggestion that the United States should take over Gaza.
CRISIS IN MIDDLE EAST Trump says US will 'take over' Gaza as he welcomes Netanyahu 04-02-2025 22:07 Benjamin Netanyahu met Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday for crucial talks on the truce with Hamas, as the US president suggested permanently resettling Palestinians from war-battered Gaza.
Hostage Release Gaza militants hand over eight more hostages 30-01-2025 11:17 Hundreds of Palestinians gathered in southern Gaza near the family home of slain Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar Thursday to witness the ceasefire's third hostage-prisoner exchange.
Hostage Release Gaza hostage families conflicted over those not on release list 24-01-2025 11:06 Argentine-Israeli Itzik Horn has one son on the list of 33 hostages to be freed, and another who will remain in Gaza until further notice.
Israel Palestinian Conflict Air strikes in Gaza crush joy of ceasefire deal 16-01-2025 12:16 Israeli air strikes have killed 73 people and injured 200 since Wednesday’s ceasefire announcement, according to Gaza's civil defence agency.
WAR IN MIDDLE EAST Israel, Hamas agree Gaza ceasefire, hostage release deal 15-01-2025 20:09 Multiphase ceasefire deal, brokered by the United States, Qatar and Egypt, commits Israel and Hamas to ending the war in Gaza after 15 months.
International criminal court World leaders split as ICC issues arrest warrant for Netanyahu 21-11-2024 14:38 Global reaction as International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, as well as a Hamas' top military chief.
International Criminal Court International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, Deif 21-11-2024 14:30 Hague court issues arrest warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif for alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes.
HUMAN RIGHTS WARRANT International Criminal Court: Catching the world's most wanted 21-11-2024 14:22 International Criminal Court's historic arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders highlight its ongoing struggle for enforcement and recognition, with limited convictions and reliance on cooperation from member states.
ICC RULING ON ISRAEL Argentina says ICC warrants 'ignore' Israel's right to self-defence 21-11-2024 13:36 President Javier Milei’s government says International Criminal Court’s decision to issue arrest warrants for Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defence minister "ignores" the country's right to defend itself.
WORLD Trump return sows new uncertainty for stunned global leaders 06-11-2024 17:16 The world digested the return of Donald Trump to the White House with a sense of shock and trepidation. In Argentina, an ecstatic Milei sent congratulatory text messages to billionaire Elon Musk.
UNITED STATES ELECTION 2024 World leaders pledge to work with Trump as he claims US election win 06-11-2024 07:34 World leaders raced to congratulate Donald Trump as he claimed a stunning US election victory over Kamala Harris, while financial markets also rose.
CRISIS IN MIDDLE EAST Israel sends thousands more troops into Lebanon 08-10-2024 11:00 Israel ramps its ground offensive against Hezbollah along Lebanon's southern coast.
Bombing in Beirut Israel hits Beirut as world awaits its response against Iran 03-10-2024 15:54 Nine people died and dozens injured in Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, after an Israeli strike on a medical site. Amidst waiting for Israel’s response against Iran, Beirut was bombed and the European Union increased humanitarian aid by 30 million euros.
MIDDLE EAST Flurry of diplomacy to ease Middle East tensions 05-08-2024 11:54 Diplomatic pressure mounted Monday to avoid an escalation between Iran and Israel following high-profile killings that have sent regional tensions soaring, while numerous governments urged their citizens to leave Lebanon.
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY Milei signs Biden’s statement calling for Hamas-Israel ceasefire deal 06-06-2024 12:20 President Javier Milei’s government co-signs US-led statement urging Hamas to accept a ceasefire deal and Israel to accept compromises in a bid to stop the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip.
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY ‘Wrong’: Argentina slams ICC decision to request Netanyahu’s arrest 23-05-2024 15:37 “Argentina considers the comparison made by the prosecutor of lawful authorities of a democratic State with leaders of a terrorist organisation responsible for brutal crimes wrong and rejects it,” the Foreign Ministry said in a press release.
WAR IN MIDDLE EAST ICC seeks Gaza 'war crimes' arrest warrant for Netanyahu, Hamas leaders 20-05-2024 10:41 Karim Khan, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, applies for arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and top Hamas leaders on suspicion of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
GEOPOLITICS Gaza conflict shows limits of Argentina, Brazil’s influence in Middle East 27-04-2024 06:32 In the grand chessboard of Middle Eastern geopolitics, Argentina and Brazil find themselves limited more by the game's rules than by their own ambitions. by Sam Forster