In Argentina, Protests Against the Government Escalate into Clashes
Mass protests against the Argentine government, organized by trade unions and supported by civil organizations and football fans, led to violent confrontations with police in the capital. Demonstrators gathered in front of the Congress demanding improvements in living conditions and higher pensions, which became the main reason for the mass protests across the country.
Protesters condemned President Javier Milei's economic policies, claiming that they negatively impact pensioners and ordinary citizens. During clashes with the police, 20 people were injured, one of them severely, and 103 protesters were arrested. The police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowd. Special attention was drawn to an incident involving photojournalist Pablo Grillo, who was seriously injured by a gas capsule fired by the police.
Minister of National Security Patricia Bullrich stated that the authorities would take strict measures against protesters who damage public property. Protesters announced their intention to continue the actions until the government listens to their demands.
Argentina is home to 7.4 million pensioners, which accounts for 15.7% of the country's total population. The retirement age in the country is 60 for women and 65 for men, which is also one of the reasons that prompted people to take to the streets.
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