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President set to unveil Malvinas sanctions bill for firms

Yesterday 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. 

Congress puts Peter Thiel's Argentina interest under the microscope

02-09-2026 14:55 Three journalists from Editorial Perfil among those to speak at last week's lower house hearing about Peter Thiel's presence in Argentina, his ties to Javier Milei's government and his technology projects.

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.

Trump says US reviewing Washington's position on Malvinas Islands

31-08-2026 21:39 Donald Trump suggests Washington is reviewing its position on Malvinas; Comment tied to reports US is seeking increase in Britain's defence spending.

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.

Peter Thiel becomes anti-Milei rallying cry for Argentina’s left

28-08-2026 15:11 In Argentina, Peter Thiel has become an avatar for the left’s charge that President Javier Milei is putting the country up for sale.

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.

UN holds second informal poll of secretary-general candidates

21-08-2026 12:49 UN Security Council meets for another straw poll to gauge the popularity of a growing field of contenders to succeed Antonio Guterres as next secretary-general.

Wamani: Martín Varsavsky's Mendoza refuge for a hypothetical war

17-08-2026 16:33 Businessman Martín Varsavsky, a member of the Silicon Valley elite, caused a stir this week in the 'Financial Times' by declaring that "we're already in World War III." Working from that premise, the entrepreneur says that "it makes sense to have a refuge" and reveals details of Wamani, his retreat in the Mendoza foothills. But the site’s corporate paperwork conceals a geopolitical paradox.

by Nicolás Gonzalez

Milei signs up Argentina to Trump’s anti-abortion international alliance

16-08-2026 11:03 Argentina’s decision to join Trump-led Geneva Consensus brings position on abortion and reproductive rights back into focus; Secrecy surrounding the move raises questions about government’s strategy over politically sensitive issue.

by Giselle Leclercq

Lionel Messi's father Jorge Messi dies aged 68 after illness

08-08-2026 13:33 Death of Argentina captain's father comes just weeks after Lionel Messi led Albiceleste into 2026 World Cup, ending a lifelong partnership that shaped one of football's greatest careers.

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.

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

In defence of Argentine culture and football

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by Agustino Fontevecchia

With World Cup over, anti-austerity protests resume

23-07-2026 02:19 Pensioners demanding higher payments and improved healthcare access held regular weekly demonstrations outside Congress, which were often dispersed by police.

AFA says US authorities did not detain Claudio ‘Chiqui’ Tapia

23-07-2026 02:14 AFA denies reports Tapia was questioned by FBI in US; Football association says reports its president and senior officials were detained or summoned by US authorities are "absolutely false."

Arrogance or pride? Argentina grapples with World Cup villain label

21-07-2026 06:58 Critics may have blasted the Albiceleste for dirty tactics and poor sportsmanship, but Argentines argue they are just passionate and misunderstood.

Selección set for Messi-less low-key homecoming

20-07-2026 16:28 Argentina's return home was expected to be subdued Monday, with local media reporting that some players,  including Messi, would not be returning to Argentina.

Argentines flood onto streets to salute team despite World Cup final defeat

19-07-2026 23:01 Fans across the country applaud the Albiceleste after the World Cup final loss to Spain, as tributes pour in for Lionel Messi and Lionel Scaloni.

Domestic press laments Albiceleste defeat, hails end of an era

19-07-2026 22:35 Press reflects on Messi's emotional farewell and an uncertain future; Headlines focus on tears, farewell fears and the end of an era.