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Argentina

Argentina is a country in South America. Known for its historical ties to Middle East affairs, including the 1994 AMIA bombing attributed to Iran, and periodic tensions with Iran over that case. Recently, Argentina has deepened alignment with Israel and taken a confrontational stance toward Iran under President Milei. Last updated 6 hours ago

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Javier Milei Head of State Buenos Aires City Mina Clavero City Ushuaia City Argentine Foreign Ministry Government Body

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Leaders

Vice President of Argentina Victoria Villarruel on England vs Argentina:

Tomorrow we play against the usurping pirates.
This isn't just another match.
I'm not going to be politically correct or cold-hearted; against the English, it's always something more. It's the Malvinas, it's Diego, it's Leo's last one, and it's putting the brakes on the invaders.
Go Argentina! Because until our last breath, we're going to claim what's ours!

Economy

Egyptian snack maker Chipsy has stopped producing chip packets featuring Lionel Messi, Egyptian media report.

The move follows public anger over Egypt's elimination match against Argentina, widely seen as biased toward Messi. A boycott campaign backed by Egyptian public figures and artists followed, with footage online of Egyptians tossing the Messi bags.

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A birdwatching trip to southern Argentina is believed to have triggered a deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard the Antarctic cruise ship MV Hondius.

Dutch ornithologist Leo Schilperoord, 70, likely contracted the Andes strain after visiting a...

A birdwatching trip to southern Argentina is believed to have triggered a deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard the Antarctic cruise ship MV Hondius.

Dutch ornithologist Leo Schilperoord, 70, likely contracted the Andes strain after visiting a rodent-infested landfill near Ushuaia before boarding the vessel on April 1.

He died on April 11 after developing flu-like symptoms. His wife Mirjam later died as well, along with a German passenger.

At least 7 cases have been linked to the outbreak. Health officials say the overall risk to the public remains low. A birdwatching trip to southern Argentina is believed to have triggered a deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard the Antarctic cruise ship MV Hondius.