News of repression

DEMONSTRATIONS IN CHILE

Piñera seeks end to Chile's crisis after 15 die in violent clashes

22-10-2019 12:55 Chile president to meet with other political parties in bid to end street violence; Presidential hopeful Alberto Fernández and Security Minister Patricia Bullrich weight in on crisis.

POLICE CLASHES

Clashes between police, protesters attempting to camp out on Av. 9 de Julio

11-09-2019 18:46 City police reportedly fired tear gas and beat protestors, after social movements and labour groups attempted to erect a 48-hour encampment in front of government buildings on Av. 9 de Julio, Buenos Aires' main thoroughfare.