Argentina

Nazi-looted ‘Portrait of a Lady’ to return to Jewish heir after 80 years in Argentina

The painting had been part of the renowned collection of Jacques Goudstikker, one of Europe's leading art dealers before World War II.

The suspected 'Portrait of a Lady' in 2025.
Argentina's Lionel Messi looks dejected after losing the World Cup final.

Messi announces retirement from international soccer, says decision taken following father's death

TO A PLACE that is serene, free of war or terrorism...

Israelis can flee Israel, but they cannot escape their Jewish destiny - opinion

Aerial view of Argentina's courthouse in Buenos Aires on February 24, 2026.

Argentina removes federal judge over antisemitic remarks in historic first


Lionel Messi sets new World Cup goal record as Argentina wins against Austria

Lionel Messi became the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer after netting a brace in Argentina’s win, surpassing Germany legend Miroslav Klose.

Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their second goal in Argentina v Austria - Dallas Stadium, Arlington, Texas, US - June 22, 2026

'Jewish lobby' at fault for World Cup decisions, Messi's goals, Algerian sports analyst claims

In the 30th minute of play, as Argentina was ahead by one goal, Messi tackled Algeria’s Aissa Mandi, appearing to step on the center-back’s calf.

Argentina's Lionel Messi

KKL-JNF to plant forest in Argentina in memory of those murdered at Nova music festival

Tree planting has already begun near the city, and the site, which will also include a memorial for the victims, is expected to be inaugurated in October 2026.

Plan of forest to be planted in Mendoza, Argentina by Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund in memory of those murdered at the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023.

Argentine President Milei hosts Argentine Maccabiah delegation

According to FACCMA, Milei reaffirmed his support for Israel and democracy in the Middle East while expressing interest in the various sports in which Argentine athletes will compete.

Argentine Maccabiah delegation visiting President Javier Milei

Milei praises ‘Judeo-Christian values’ at Chabad event as Argentina courts European Jews

Milei has long studied Judaism and has said he wants to convert after leaving office but sees Jewish practice, including the observance of Shabbat, as incompatible with the presidency.

Argentina's president, Javier Milei, greets attendees at a major Chabad event in Buenos Aires, June 8, 2026.

Milei clashes with Argentina's soccer boss over corruption scandals weeks before World Cup

The latest scandal came to light on Tuesday, when an Argentine lawmaker filed a complaint against AFA's Director Claudio Tapia for allegedly selling complimentary World Cup tickets.

Argentina's President Javier Milei sings the national anthem alongside members of cabinet outside the Buenos Aires Cabildo on the day of the traditional Te Deum to commemorate the 216th anniversary of the May Revolution, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, May 25, 2026.

Smotrich flies to Washington to meet Latin American leaders, expand Isaac Accords

The minister is scheduled to return to Israel as early as Wednesday, after conducting an intensive marathon of meetings in the United States with key Latin American figures.

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich holds a press conference at the Finance Ministry in Jerusalem, May 19, 2026.

Israeli housing organization for people with disabilities 'Alei Siach' comes to Argentina

The purpose of the meeting was to lay the foundations for establishing a community housing system and a support envelope for people with disabilities, while importing a successful model from Israel.

A MEETING between the Alei Siach organization, leading rabbis of the Argentinian community, Neve Tikva, and Mitoch Halev, in Argentina, May, 2026.

Argentine official who investigated death of AMIA prosecutor charged with covering up evidence

The death of Alberto Nisman, who was investigating the 1994 bombing on a Buenos Aires Jewish center, has roiled Argentine politics for a decade.

Argentine prosecutor Viviana Fein arrives at the apartment where prosecutor Alberto Nisman was found dead, in Buenos Aires, Jan 19, 2015.

Israel’s biggest diplomatic win since the Abraham Accords came from Milei’s Argentina

Israel and Argentina launch the Isaac Accords, aiming to reshape alliances and expand normalization into Latin America

Openly discussing his personal affinity for Judaism, Argentina’s President Javier Milei says that he intends to convert to Judaism after leaving office.
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