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Michel Temer: ‘It would be ideal for Lula to concede an amnesty to Bolsonaro’

Yesterday 16:16 Former president underlines the need to construct consensus between Brazil’s executive and legislative branches of government to overcome polarisation. He questions the fiscal impact of the promises made by the Lula government and advocates giving priority to commercial regional integration over ideological differences.

by Jorge Fontevecchia

Uruguayan pianist Enrique Graf to perform at Teatro Colón

Yesterday 15:37 Internationally acclaimed musician will perform a programme of Mozart, Lee Hoiby and Liszt at Teatro Colón's Salón Dorado next Wednesday.

IMF strikes preliminary Argentina deal as market return dims

27-10-2026 20:38 IMF staff laud Milei’s “prudent fiscal and monetary policies” and pointed to an improved balance sheet at the Central Bank, but tone down language over return to international credit markets.

IMF backs Milei’s reforms in third review of Argentina deal

27-10-2026 18:32 Agreement paves the way for a disbursement of approximately US$900 million, pending final approval by the Fund’s executive board.

$LIBRA crypto case: Key points from the ruling that cleared the Milei siblings

27-10-2026 14:12 Investigation uncovered deleted chats, notes about payments and an offer mentioning the President and his sister – but none of the suspects were questioned.

by Mauricio Caminos

Pope Leo to meet Church abuse victims during South America trip

27-10-2026 13:44 Pope Leo XIV will meet victims of abuse by clergy and members of Catholic Church during regional tour; Vatican did not specify where or with whom the meetings would take place during trip.

What Lula's re-election in Brazil means for Argentina's economy

26-10-2026 15:53 Brazil is Argentina's biggest export market; Automotive industry among the sectors most exposed to the outcome.

Anti-Islamic rhetoric fuels holy war in Milei’s government

26-10-2026 13:10 Religious clashes have set the governing camp ablaze, with accusations of Islamophobia making headlines. President Javier Milei finds himself in an awkward position.

by Juan Luis González

We the peoples

24-10-2026 00:58 Although one of the 51 founding members on its very first day in 1945, Argentina has historically shown a patchy commitment to the United Nations, which perhaps does not help Rafael’s Grossi quest to lead it.

by Michael Soltys

Milei in dead heat with Peronism, one year out from election, polls show

24-10-2026 00:53 One year out from polling day, surveys point to a tight race, polarised electorate, significant group of undecided voters and appetite for a ‘third way’ candidate.

by James Grainger

Milei loses top energy official in potential dent to shale boom

23-10-2026 20:15 Daniel González, an ex-Merrill Lynch investment banker who’s also been chief executive of state petroleum giant YPF SA, was viewed as a kindred spirit by oil and gas companies.

Court clears Milei siblings in $LIBRA cryptocurrency case

23-10-2026 19:53 Judge agrees investor losses and the token’s collapse were insufficient to establish fraud, dismissing allegations against the President, his sister and nine other defendants following prosecutor's request.

Latin America's right-wing swing looms large over nature summit

23-10-2026 14:04 Brazil's election looms large over the UN's COP17 nature summit in Armenia; Right-wing victories in Latin America has raised concerns over the fate of environment in region.

Judges set Diego Maradona death trial verdict for December 22

23-10-2026 11:52 Prosecutors are seeking prison sentences of up to 12 years for six healthcare professionals accused over the football legend’s 2020 death; Clinical physician Pedro Di Spagna cleared of charges by judges as they set date for verdict.

Argentina seals water deal in win for Milei’s privatisation push

22-10-2026 19:36 Government confirms it will sell its shares in AySA to a consortium made up of local and Brazilian companies, with the contract to be signed next month.

‘No other country is more closely aligned’ – Trump envoy hails US-Argentina ties

22-10-2026 19:32 Christopher Landau, number two at the US State Department, meets Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno in Buenos Aires; Alongside Washington’s Western Hemisphere chief Juan Pablo Segura, duo announce funding to combat drug trafficking, human-trafficking and cyberattacks.

by Cecilia Degl'Innocenti

Nicolás Massot: ‘I believe we’re going to see a lower turnout in 2027 election’

22-10-2026 08:08 Encuentro Federal national deputy analyses Argentina’s political scenario looking ahead to the next elections, warns about political fatigue among youth and insists on the need to construct a firm ‘third way’ with an eye to the future.

by Jorge Fontevecchia

Reports: Scaloni agrees to extend Argentina contract until 2030

22-10-2026 00:42 World Cup-winning coach has agreed a new deal with the AFA, with an initial two-year contract and a renewal clause that could extend his time in charge of the national team to 2030.

Economy posts sluggish rebound after sharp drop

21-10-2026 17:22 Argentina’s economy recovered mildly in August after a much sharper drop in July.

Grupo Mexico drops out of rail privatisation in setback for Milei

21-10-2026 16:59 Grupo Mexico SAB drops out of the race to take over state-run Belgrano Cargas SA, a setback for President Javier Milei’s efforts to lure investment through privatisations.

Lamelas: US support beyond 2027 depends on Argentina’s move ‘to the right’

21-10-2026 13:05 US Ambassador to Argentina says Washington looking to mobilise up to US$20 billion in investment and financing by end of 2027; Vaca Muerta key destination, but continued support is conditional on Argentina’s political course.

Spain slams 'interference' after Milei's comments on PM Sánchez

21-10-2026 12:24 Spanish Foreign Ministry slams "shameful" comments by Argentina's leader, accusing Milei of "external interference" and attempting to "foster a climate of polarisation and violence."

Hotesur-Los Sauces: Kirchner family corruption cases to be heard in single trial

20-10-2026 20:32 Appeals court rules that Hotesur and Los Sauces graft cases, involving alleged money-laundering and kickbacks linked to the Kirchner family and businessman Lázaro Báez, will be heard in a single trial starting this Friday.

Brazil again accuses Milei of election interference after Lula remark

20-10-2026 20:27 President Milei claims Lula might "steal the election"; Brasilia condemns Argentine president’s remarks as an “unacceptable” attempt to interfere in Sunday’s presidential run-off.

Two top Trump officials set for Buenos Aires visit

19-10-2026 15:45 Christopher Landau and Juan Pablo Segura, from the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, are visiting Paraguay and Argentina. Drug-trafficking, security and investment top the agenda as Washington steps up engagement with Argentina.

by Cecilia Degl'Innocenti

Argentina steps up drive to shrink public-sector workforce

19-10-2026 15:30 Milei government launches voluntary redundancy scheme aimed at cutting 20,000 jobs from the public sector; More than 77,000 state workers have lost posts since December 2023.

Grossi faces hurdle as two major powers oppose his UN bid

17-10-2026 08:18 Race to become next United Nations secretary-general in disarray; Grossi, Argentine head of the UN nuclear watchdog, among seven candidates receiving a veto in the latest Security Council poll, complicating his path to the top job.

Vaca Muerta to re-elect Milei; rest of Argentina not so sure

17-10-2026 00:56 The growing divide between the wealth of a handful of sectors and the mediocrity of the vast majority of the economy is becoming a riddle for the Milei administration.

by Marcelo J. García