Summary
In Buenos Aires, Argentina, a protest over cuts to government pensions led to violent clashes between demonstrators and police. During the protest, Jonathan Navarro was injured by rubber bullets and lost sight in one of his eyes. The protest aimed to address pension reductions and involved both pensioners and supporters.
Key Facts
- The protest took place in front of Argentina’s Congress building in Buenos Aires.
- Demonstrators were protesting against cuts to government benefits and pensions.
- Jonathan Navarro, a protester, was injured by rubber bullets and lost his left eye’s sight.
- The protest was larger than usual, with supporters including rival football fans.
- Police used tear gas and rubber bullets to clear the crowds.
- Navarro was protesting on behalf of his father, a retiree who struggles with medication costs.
- The protest turned violent, resulting in hospitalizations and serious injuries.
- The demonstration was part of a series of weekly protests by pensioners.
