Overview
Claude supports connecting to remote MCP servers via custom connectors, available on Claude.ai (web) and Claude Desktop. This lets you query GDELT data directly in Claude conversations.MCP Server URL:
https://gdelt-cloud-mcp.fastmcp.app/mcpClaude Web (claude.ai)
Connect to GDELT Cloud as a custom connector in the Claude web interface.Open Connectors settings
Go to claude.ai → Settings → Connectors
Add custom connector
- Click Add custom connector (or “Add external MCP server”)
- Enter the GDELT Cloud MCP server URL:
https://gdelt-cloud-mcp.fastmcp.app/mcp - Follow the OAuth consent flow to authorize access with your GDELT Cloud account
Claude Desktop
Claude Desktop supports both remote MCP connections (custom connectors) and local MCP servers.Option 1: Remote connector (recommended)
The same custom connector setup works on Claude Desktop:- Open Claude Desktop → Settings → Connectors
- Add a custom connector with the GDELT Cloud MCP URL
- Authorize via OAuth
Option 2: Local proxy (advanced)
For advanced users who want to run a local MCP proxy:- Navigate to Settings → Extensions on Claude Desktop
- Click Advanced settings → Extension Developer section
- Configure a local MCP server that proxies to the GDELT Cloud remote endpoint
Example Prompts
Once connected, try these in Claude:- “What are today’s top global news stories?”
- “Find stories about AI regulation in the EU”
- “Show me conflict news involving China this week”
- “Look up the entity profile for Donald Trump”
- “What does BBC cover most?”
Requirements
- Claude Free, Pro, Max, Team, or Enterprise plan (Free users limited to 1 custom connector)
- GDELT Cloud account on the Analyst or Professional plan
- Valid API key from your dashboard