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Milei’s fans in France want ‘chainsaw’ to stave off ‘crisis’

30-09-2026 15:38 As France grapples with record public debt, supporters of Argentina’s president are calling for his radical spending cuts to be adopted in France

Argentina announces agreement with Japan to open up beef exports

30-09-2026 12:45 Deal clears sanitary hurdles for exports from Argentina’s main cattle-producing regions, although shipments still await Japanese inspection.

UN = Unbridled Nationalism?

26-09-2026 00:57 For all his unambiguous alignment with Trump and Israel, it is hard not to conclude that Milei fell in line with Argentina’s UN tradition of addressing domestic rather than global audiences.

Tesla cybertruck fan Milei defends Argentines buying Chinese cars

25-09-2026 09:34 Milei, once a harsh critic of China who called its government an “assassin” and said he wouldn’t negotiate with Communists, has softened his tone since his election in 2023.

US-led coalition targets 24 criminal groups as Trump praises Milei

23-09-2026 08:49 US president calls on members on the Shield of the Americas alliance to sanction groups including Tren de Aragua, while praising Argentina’s “great victory” under Milei.

Milei’s US trade deal under threat as Argentina demands better terms

22-09-2026 11:26 Milei government tells Trump administration it doesn't have the votes in Congress to ratify bilateral trade agreement signed last February and are seeking renegotiation of the terms.

‘Argentina awaits’: Pope Leo's visit confirmed, seven million expected

21-09-2026 15:06 Authorities prepare “largest security operation in history” for first papal visit since 1987; Pope will meet President Javier Milei, celebrate Masses in Buenos Aires, Córdoba and Luján, visit a prison and hold a vigil with young people.

Chile ex-president Bachelet quits race to be next UN chief

20-09-2026 07:57 Former Chile president Michelle Bachelet formally withdrew her candidacy for the position of United Nations secretary-general after latest straw poll.

Milei appointee resigns as Paris uni residence controversy grows

13-09-2026 13:02 Santiago Muzio, controversial director of Casa Argentina residence at the Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris, steps down after months of criticism over alleged expulsions, a plaque removal and far-right meetings.

Milei earmarks about US$200 million for naval base in south

12-09-2026 21:55 Ushuaia facility is expected to be completed in 2029 and will be financed entirely with state funds; Milei government says long-planned facility will strengthen Argentina’s presence in far south, support operations towards Antarctica.

United States marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 terrorist attacks

11-09-2026 08:33 Vice-President JD Vance and Donald Trump's four living predecessors are all expected at the "Ground Zero" site in lower Manhattan – but the President himself will not attend.

Milei quiets ruling-party rifts, reclaims agenda via Malvinas

06-09-2026 09:17 President Javier Milei’s nationwide broadcast brings sense of calm to ruling party; Adviser Santiago Caputo was involved in drafting of speech, a bid to reclaim centre stage and set the conversation.

by Pablo Varela

Tango stars dazzle as Buenos Aires crowns world champions

03-09-2026 11:19 Nair Schinca and Nicolás Schell win Tango Escenario title with a performance celebrating romance and tenderness, 13 years after finishing as runners-up.

President set to unveil Malvinas sanctions bill for firms

03-09-2026 01:00 President expected to announce government will send bill to Congress seeking sanctions for firms that assist or conduct activities in waters near the Malvinas Islands without Argentine authorisation. 

Milei to make nationwide broadcast after Trump's Malvinas remark

01-09-2026 14:14 President Javier Milei plans to deliver a ‘Cadena Nacional’ nationwide broadcast on Thursday; He will reportedly outline details of the “diplomatic progress” his government has made over Argentina’s sovereignty claim over the Malvinas Islands.

Intellectuals call for Milei to be declared ‘persona non grata’ in Paris

01-09-2026 13:30 Call to block president's visit comes ahead of Milei's planned visit to Paris in late September and early October.

Creator and destroyer

29-08-2026 06:30 Many involved in AI say they want to press the pause button to give governments more time in which to come up with regulations. They must know that nothing like this is going to happen.

by James Neilson

Football hooligan gang chief arrested over ecstasy ring from Spain

28-08-2026 23:14 Pablo 'Bebote' Álvarez, leader of Independiente's 'barra brava' hooligan gang, was detained in Buenos Aires on Friday as part of a probe into an international gang accused of smuggling ecstasy into Argentina from Spain.

Perfil sues OpenAI, Microsoft over unauthorised use of journalism

24-08-2026 19:23 Argentine publisher sues OpenAI and Microsoft over use of news content; Media company accuses tech firms of intellectual property appropriation and unfair competition.

Grossi remains in the running for top UN post after second straw poll

22-08-2026 11:30 Guyana's Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett leads second straw poll in race to succeed António Guterres as head of the United Nations; Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica came second, Argentina's Rafael Grossi retains support.