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Police Use Tear Gas at Buenos Aires Retiree March Outside Congress

Rights observers condemned the tactics as disproportionate, with organizers preparing a petition to protect pension assets.

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Los jubilados se movilizaron como cada miércoles para reclamar mejoras en sus haberes, mientras los efectivos dispersaban la marcha.

Overview

  • The weekly protest over austerity policies and a vetoed pension increase ended in clashes as Federal Police enforced the anti-picket protocol to clear Avenida Rivadavia and used tear gas.
  • Víctor Vargas, 63, was detained on allegations of resisting authority and was later released after being notified of charges.
  • Injury reports diverged, with Página/12 citing ten injured while other coverage reported no serious injuries and did not confirm a toll.
  • About 300 Federal Police and Prefectura officers were deployed, with Gendarmería and the Buenos Aires City Police supporting the operation, which included a water cannon and heavy fencing around Congress.
  • Human-rights groups and the City Ombudsman's office denounced indiscriminate force and tear gas use, and protest organizers said the weekly mobilizations will continue as they collect signatures to shield the FGS pension fund.