Americas Briefing, 12 November 2026

Iran has reportedly designated Argentina's navy and air force as terrorist organisations, a tit-for-tat move after Argentina listed the IRGC; Tehran warns of further consequences. The New York Times and BBC report Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent moved to a military base over Iranian threats to his life, with several Trump officials also living on bases. In the US, the House voted 211-204 to refer Rep. Thomas Massie's impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to committee, blocking a floor vote for now. In Ecuador, journalist Tomás Beltrán was shot dead in Manabí amid gang violence.

Updated 12 Nov 2026, 00:00 UTC

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