President Javier Milei honored world-renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli at the Casa Rosada during the artist’s visit to Buenos Aires. Bocelli, who performed at the iconic Teatro Colón, received the Order of May, one of Argentina’s highest distinctions. In an emotional speech, he said the recognition felt like “a dream” and thanked the country from the Salón Blanco. The meeting highlighted Milei’s interest in culture and Argentina’s tribute to one of classical music’s most celebrated figures.

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Lionel Messi wants to play for Argentina in next year's World Cup, but he says he will listen to his body before deciding whether he can make that dream come true. The 38-year-old striker for Inter Miami of MLS led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup title and yearns to be on the field when the "Albiceleste" defend the crown next year in North America. Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi told NBC News in an interview broadcast on Monday that he will see next year how his body feels before deciding on whether or not he can play in the World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.&nbsp;"It's something extraordinary to be able to be in a World Cup and I would love to," said Messi, who turns 39 next June. "I would like to be there, to be well and be an important part of helping my national team, if I am there.&nbsp;"And I'm going to assess that on a day-to-day basis when I start preseason next year with Inter and see if I can really be 100%, if I can be useful to the group, to the national team, and then make a decision."&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-arsenal-defender-timber-warns-team-not-to-get-too-high-after-extending-lead-at-top-1761587431462">Premier League: Arsenal defender Timber warns team 'not to get too high' after extending lead at top</a>&nbsp;Messi, who has been playing professionally since 2004, wants the chance for one more star turn on football's biggest stage.&nbsp;"I'm really eager because it's a World Cup. We're coming off winning the last World Cup and being able to defend it on the field again is spectacular because it's always a dream to play with the national team, especially in official competitions."&nbsp;Messi, who debuted with Barcelona in La Liga at age 17, joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 and moved to MLS in 2023.&nbsp;"The truth is that I like everything about living here," Messi said of Miami. "I spent a lot of time in Barcelona, which for me is an extraordinary city, where I grew up and had many spectacular moments, and which we miss a lot.&nbsp;"But Miami is a city that allows us to live very well, that makes us enjoy life, that allows us to be calm, that allows the kids to be themselves and live day to day."&nbsp;Messi has 195 appearances for the Argentine national team, scoring 114 goals.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Messi, who has been playing professionally since 2004, wants the chance for one more star turn on football's biggest stage.

Lionel Messi wants to play for Argentina in next year's World Cup, but he says he will listen to his body before deciding whether he can make that dream come true. The 38-year-old striker for Inter Miami of MLS led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup title and yearns to be on the field when the "Albiceleste" defend the crown next year in North America. Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi told NBC News in an interview broadcast on Monday that he will see next year how his body feels before deciding on whether or not he can play in the World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. "It's something extraordinary to be able to be in a World Cup and I would love to," said Messi, who turns 39 next June. "I would like to be there, to be well and be an important part of helping my national team, if I am there. "And I'm going to assess that on a day-to-day basis when I start preseason next year with Inter and see if I can really be 100%, if I can be useful to the group, to the national team, and then make a decision." Also read | Premier League: Arsenal defender Timber warns team 'not to get too high' after extending lead at top Messi, who has been playing professionally since 2004, wants the chance for one more star turn on football's biggest stage. "I'm really eager because it's a World Cup. We're coming off winning the last World Cup and being able to defend it on the field again is spectacular because it's always a dream to play with the national team, especially in official competitions." Messi, who debuted with Barcelona in La Liga at age 17, joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 and moved to MLS in 2023. "The truth is that I like everything about living here," Messi said of Miami. "I spent a lot of time in Barcelona, which for me is an extraordinary city, where I grew up and had many spectacular moments, and which we miss a lot. "But Miami is a city that allows us to live very well, that makes us enjoy life, that allows us to be calm, that allows the kids to be themselves and live day to day." Messi has 195 appearances for the Argentine national team, scoring 114 goals. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Messi, who has been playing professionally since 2004, wants the chance for one more star turn on football's biggest stage.

Messi keen on playing 2026 World Cup but will leave it to his body to decide for him

The party of Argentina’s far-right president, Javier Milei, has won Sunday’s midterm elections after a campaign in which Donald Trump announced a $40bn bailout for the country and made continued aid conditional on the victory of his Argentinian counterpart.

Argentina: President Javier Milei Party Wins Midterm Elections

The United States has greenlit a massive $20 billion bailout package for Argentina, sparking debate about the motivations behind the move and the investors lining up to benefit. Backed by the Trump administration, the aid package is being viewed as both a lifeline for Argentina’s struggling economy and a potential windfall for major financial players.


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Argentinian President Javier Milei held a rock concert on Monday to celebrate and promote his new book, ‘The Making of the Miracle: The Argentine Case’. Milei hopes the book will give him the necessary boost ahead of the October 26 national midterms.


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The murder of three young women who were tortured live on social media has shocked Argentina. Five suspects have been detained but the alleged mastermind behind the killings is still at large.


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A groundbreaking discovery in Argentina has unveiled a brand-new species of dinosaur from a mysterious group known as mega-rap-torans.

Megaraptoran New Species Called Joaquinraptor Casali Found In Argentina

Argentina: Argentina is grappling with rising inflation as prices continue to outpace wages and pensions. Analysts predict that August’s consumer price index could rebound above two percent. Potentially breaking a three-month streak of declining inflation.

Argentina: Households Struggle as Inflation Outpaces Wage

A Country That’s Suffered More Than Its Share of Fiscal Issues Is Back in the Headlines. President Javier Milei of Argentina Vowed to Keep His Free-Market Economic Program in Place—That Despite a Crushing Loss to the Center-Left Peronist Opposition in the Province of Buenos Aires on Sunday.

Argentina's markets tumble, with Peso at historic low

Argentina’s powerful Peronist opposition scored a major victory in Buenos Aires Province, with Governor Axel Kicillof defeating President Javier Milei’s candidate in a pivotal legislative election. With Milei’s ruling coalition reeling from a bribery scandal and mounting criticism over public spending cuts, the results mark a significant shift ahead of a crucial national election cycle. Despite the loss, Milei vowed to double down on his libertarian agenda.


Argentina elections: Peronists deal blow to Milei amid scandal and spending woes

From Germany to Argentina, here's a look at the top five countries with highest number of FIFA World Cup appearances. This list also includes Brazil, Italy and Mexico.

From Germany to Argentina, here's a look at the top five countries with highest number of FIFA World Cup appearances. This list also includes Brazil, Italy and Mexico.

From Germany to Argentina, 5 countries with highest number of FIFA World Cup appearances

Argentina's Congress on Thursday for the first time overturned a veto issued by President Javier Milei, raising the stakes for the libertarian leader as the country heads into consequential legislative elections.


Argentina: After lower house, upper house overturns Milei's veto

International football’s governing body (FIFA) has sanctioned Lionel Messi’s Argentina and five other nations for racist abuse by fans on Wednesday (Sep 3). The sanction includes international federations of Albania, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina, according to the sanctions list published by FIFA from its disciplinary committee. While further details were undisclosed, it is also reported that FIFA has slapped a six-figure fine on the federations for failing to control their fans.<h2>FIFA sanctions six nations</h2>“The Albanian federation had the largest fine of 161,500 Swiss francs ($200,000) imposed for a slew of charges at a June 7 home game against Serbia, which also included disturbing a national anthem and transmitting "a message that is not appropriate for a sports event,” a report from news agency AP read.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-full-squads-complete-fixtures-date-time-venue-and-live-streaming-details-check-all-details-1755585771834">Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details</a>&nbsp;At the time of reporting, Argentina were fined 120,000 Swiss francs ($149,000) by FIFA for a single charge of discrimination. They were sanctioned for the ill-fated incident on June 10 when the defending world champions faced Colombia.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-india-s-probable-playing-xi-shubman-gill-to-open-sanju-samson-at-no-3-tilak-varma-to-miss-out-1755663441686">Asia Cup 2025, India's Probable Playing XI: Shubman Gill to open, Sanju Samson at No.3; Tilak Varma to miss out</a>&nbsp;However, the biggest sanction came ahead of October’s huge contest between Albania and Serbia. While the two nations have been in hot water for political and diplomatic reasons, they were drawn together for the World Cup qualifying contest in June. The Albanian federation had the largest fine of 161,500 Swiss francs ($200,000) for disturbing the national anthem and transmitting unwanted messages.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a>&nbsp;The two nations will go head-to-head yet again in October, this time in Belgrade. However, their sanction also includes reducing their stadium capacity by 20 per cent for a future competitive match. They happen to face Latvia in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match.&nbsp;On the other hand, Serbia must pay 50,000 Swiss francs ($62,000) for racism and other incidents at a June 10 game against Andorra, and Bosnia-Herzegovina was fined 21,000 Swiss francs ($26,000) for racism and other offenses when hosting San Marino.

Argentina are fined 120,000 Swiss francs ($149,000) by FIFA for a single charge of discrimination. They were sanctioned for the ill-fated incident on June 10 when the defending world champions faced Colombia.

International football’s governing body (FIFA) has sanctioned Lionel Messi’s Argentina and five other nations for racist abuse by fans on Wednesday (Sep 3). The sanction includes international federations of Albania, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina, according to the sanctions list published by FIFA from its disciplinary committee. While further details were undisclosed, it is also reported that FIFA has slapped a six-figure fine on the federations for failing to control their fans. FIFA sanctions six nations “The Albanian federation had the largest fine of 161,500 Swiss francs ($200,000) imposed for a slew of charges at a June 7 home game against Serbia, which also included disturbing a national anthem and transmitting "a message that is not appropriate for a sports event,” a report from news agency AP read. ALSO READ | Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details At the time of reporting, Argentina were fined 120,000 Swiss francs ($149,000) by FIFA for a single charge of discrimination. They were sanctioned for the ill-fated incident on June 10 when the defending world champions faced Colombia. ALSO READ | Asia Cup 2025, India's Probable Playing XI: Shubman Gill to open, Sanju Samson at No.3; Tilak Varma to miss out However, the biggest sanction came ahead of October’s huge contest between Albania and Serbia. While the two nations have been in hot water for political and diplomatic reasons, they were drawn together for the World Cup qualifying contest in June. The Albanian federation had the largest fine of 161,500 Swiss francs ($200,000) for disturbing the national anthem and transmitting unwanted messages. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) The two nations will go head-to-head yet again in October, this time in Belgrade. However, their sanction also includes reducing their stadium capacity by 20 per cent for a future competitive match. They happen to face Latvia in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match. On the other hand, Serbia must pay 50,000 Swiss francs ($62,000) for racism and other incidents at a June 10 game against Andorra, and Bosnia-Herzegovina was fined 21,000 Swiss francs ($26,000) for racism and other offenses when hosting San Marino.

Argentina are fined 120,000 Swiss francs ($149,000) by FIFA for a single charge of discrimination. They were sanctioned for the ill-fated incident on June 10 when the defending world champions faced Colombia.

FIFA sanctions Lionel Messi's Argentina, five other nations for racist abuse by fans

The president of Argentina, Javier Milei, has been pelted with stones while campaigning near the capital Buenos Aires by demonstrators protesting about allegations of corruption involving his influential sister.


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The president of Argentina, Javier Milei, has been pelted with stones while campaigning near the capital Buenos Aires by demonstrators protesting about allegations of corruption involving his influential sister.



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Argentina's President Javier Milei attacked during a rally near Buenos Aires 

Argentina’s President Javier Milei faces strong pushback from lawmakers over his proposed disability reforms.


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India’s southern state, Kerala, is set to welcome the defending world champions, Argentina, late this year for a friendly football game, with global superstar and record eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi also visiting the country. In massive news for all football enthusiasts, Messi will come to India for the one-off match, confirms the state’s Sports Minister V Abdurahiman.&nbsp;As reported by several publications, Messi’s Argentina will arrive sometime around October or November later this year, receiving the state guest status. The Kerala government will manage their security, accommodation and other necessary arrangements. Meanwhile, Abdurahiman’s statement came after reports of Argentina cancelling their Kerala visit due to alleged contract breaches by sponsors began surfacing.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-portuguese-great-cristiano-ronaldo-drops-bombshell-on-his-fifa-club-world-cup-availability-transfer-rumour-1749299920806">Portuguese great Cristiano Ronaldo drops bombshell on his Club World Cup availability</a> &nbsp;Both the sports minister and the Reporter Broadcasting Company dismissed such reports, maintaining their earlier stance that world champions will indeed be visiting India for a one-off friendly game. Abdurahiman, however, confirmed the developments via a social media post on Facebook, writing, ‘Messi will come.’ &nbsp;Addressing the media on Saturday (June 7), Kerala’s sports minister revealed that all sponsor-related payments are clear and there are no hindrances.&nbsp; &nbsp;"The sponsor has completed the payment. No other hindrances exist. FIFA's window for world teams to participate in such events falls in October-November. We expect to be allocated the same timeframe," he said.&nbsp; &nbsp;Meanwhile, as per an agreement between the sponsor and the Argentina Football Association (AFA), the team will arrive in the country upon receiving the match fee, with the date and further details to be announced via a joint statement.&nbsp; &nbsp;Speaking more on this, Abdurahiman confirmed that the sponsors had informed the government of the fee payment, now only awaiting confirmation from Argentina’s team management. &nbsp;"The sponsors have confirmed settling the pre-match contract amount. The government isn't involved in any financial transactions. The contract exists between the sponsor and team management," he clarified.&nbsp; &nbsp;Moreover, the Greenfield Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, the only one that meets international standards, will stage the friendly match.

Lionel Messi to India, HERE WE GO! Kerala Sports Minister confirms Argentina match back on track

India’s southern state, Kerala, is set to welcome the defending world champions, Argentina, late this year for a friendly football game, with global superstar and record eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi also visiting the country. In massive news for all football enthusiasts, Messi will come to India for the one-off match, confirms the state’s Sports Minister V Abdurahiman. As reported by several publications, Messi’s Argentina will arrive sometime around October or November later this year, receiving the state guest status. The Kerala government will manage their security, accommodation and other necessary arrangements. Meanwhile, Abdurahiman’s statement came after reports of Argentina cancelling their Kerala visit due to alleged contract breaches by sponsors began surfacing. Also read | Portuguese great Cristiano Ronaldo drops bombshell on his Club World Cup availability Both the sports minister and the Reporter Broadcasting Company dismissed such reports, maintaining their earlier stance that world champions will indeed be visiting India for a one-off friendly game. Abdurahiman, however, confirmed the developments via a social media post on Facebook, writing, ‘Messi will come.’ Addressing the media on Saturday (June 7), Kerala’s sports minister revealed that all sponsor-related payments are clear and there are no hindrances. "The sponsor has completed the payment. No other hindrances exist. FIFA's window for world teams to participate in such events falls in October-November. We expect to be allocated the same timeframe," he said. Meanwhile, as per an agreement between the sponsor and the Argentina Football Association (AFA), the team will arrive in the country upon receiving the match fee, with the date and further details to be announced via a joint statement. Speaking more on this, Abdurahiman confirmed that the sponsors had informed the government of the fee payment, now only awaiting confirmation from Argentina’s team management. "The sponsors have confirmed settling the pre-match contract amount. The government isn't involved in any financial transactions. The contract exists between the sponsor and team management," he clarified. Moreover, the Greenfield Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, the only one that meets international standards, will stage the friendly match.

In massive news for all football enthusiasts in the country, Messi will come to India for the one-off match, confirms the state’s Sports Minister V Abdurahiman.

Around the world workers marked International Workers Day raising their voices for fair wages respect for rights and social justice. From Argentina to South Korea, Turkey to Nepal the demands may differ but the spirit remains the same- dignity and protection for every worker. In Buenos Aires Argentina's main labour unions hit the streets on International Workers Day stridently criticizing President Javier Milei's austerity policies. Watch in for more details!

May Day: Argentina's labour unions rally against Milei’s austerity policies

Argentina's labour unions rally against Milei's austerity policies

A female elephant named pap poopy has arrived at her new home in brazil after she was transferred from an ecological park in Argentina the elephant visa Brazilian sanctuary after completing a 5-day journey on road. Watch in for more details!

Pupy the elephant arrives at a Brazil sanctuary after 30 years in Argentine zoo

Argentina's peso slid 10% on Monday to near 1,200 per dollar after the country undid large parts of its currency and capital controls at the end of last week, part of sealing a $20 billion loan program with the International Monetary Fund.

Argentina peso tumbles after IMF bailout

Argentina is bracing for a 24-hour general strike on Thursday against strong austerity measures imposed by President Javier Milei. The strike officially kicked in at midnight. Banking, education, healthcare and ports are expected to be hit. Watch in for more details!

Argentina sees protests swell ahead of major strike; anger over Prez Milei's 'chainsaw austerity'

Dorival Junior was on Friday sacked as Brazil coach, three days after a humiliating 4-1 World Cup qualifying defeat by bitter rivals Argentina, the Confederation of Brazilian Football (CBF) announced.<o:p></o:p>
"Dorival Junior is no longer in charge of the Brazilian national team. The management thanks him and wishes him success for the rest of his career," the CBF said in a statement.<o:p></o:p>
Dorival, 62, had only been in charge since January 2024, succeeding interim coach Fernando Diniz, but has overseen a lacklustre qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup finals in the United States, Mexico and Canada.<o:p></o:p>
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Five-time World Cup winners Brazil are fourth in the South American qualifying table, 10 points behind defending world champions Argentina who have already made sure of their place in the finals.<o:p></o:p>
Brazil also sit behind Ecuador and Uruguay.<o:p></o:p>
There are six automatic qualifying spots for teams from South America.<o:p></o:p>
Brazil will visit Ecuador and host Paraguay on June 4 and 9, respectively, in the next set of qualifiers.<o:p></o:p>
The writing was on the wall for Dorival after Tuesday's rout in Buenos Aires.<o:p></o:p>
"Nobody expected what we saw today, and the responsibility is entirely mine," the coach acknowledged after the game. <o:p></o:p>
Dorival took over the Selecao after winning domestic titles with Flamengo and Sao Paulo. <o:p></o:p>
His appointment was announced only after months of speculation about the possible arrival of Real Madrid's Italian coach, Carlo Ancelotti. <o:p></o:p>
Brazilian media claim that Ancelotti is again among the targets to succeed Dorival as is Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, currently in charge of Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia.<o:p></o:p>
Fellow Portuguese Abel Ferreira, who won numerous titles with Brazilian club Palmeiras, has also been linked with the job.<o:p></o:p>
Ancelotti dismissed the speculation on Friday, saying he intended to see out his contract in Madrid which runs until June 2026, despite his "affection for Brazil, its players, and its fans." <o:p></o:p>
Dorival's debut saw a victory against England at Wembley with a goal from teenage star Endrick.
Disclaimer:&nbsp;This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION&nbsp;audience.

Sports, Football: Brazil is fourth in the South American qualifying table, 10 points behind Argentina who have already made sure of their place in the finals.

Dorival Junior was on Friday sacked as Brazil coach, three days after a humiliating 4-1 World Cup qualifying defeat by bitter rivals Argentina, the Confederation of Brazilian Football (CBF) announced. "Dorival Junior is no longer in charge of the Brazilian national team. The management thanks him and wishes him success for the rest of his career," the CBF said in a statement. Dorival, 62, had only been in charge since January 2024, succeeding interim coach Fernando Diniz, but has overseen a lacklustre qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup finals in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Also read | Miami Open: Novak Djokovic to face Mensik with 100th title within reach Five-time World Cup winners Brazil are fourth in the South American qualifying table, 10 points behind defending world champions Argentina who have already made sure of their place in the finals. Brazil also sit behind Ecuador and Uruguay. There are six automatic qualifying spots for teams from South America. Brazil will visit Ecuador and host Paraguay on June 4 and 9, respectively, in the next set of qualifiers. The writing was on the wall for Dorival after Tuesday's rout in Buenos Aires. "Nobody expected what we saw today, and the responsibility is entirely mine," the coach acknowledged after the game. Dorival took over the Selecao after winning domestic titles with Flamengo and Sao Paulo. His appointment was announced only after months of speculation about the possible arrival of Real Madrid's Italian coach, Carlo Ancelotti. Brazilian media claim that Ancelotti is again among the targets to succeed Dorival as is Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, currently in charge of Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia. Fellow Portuguese Abel Ferreira, who won numerous titles with Brazilian club Palmeiras, has also been linked with the job. Ancelotti dismissed the speculation on Friday, saying he intended to see out his contract in Madrid which runs until June 2026, despite his "affection for Brazil, its players, and its fans." Dorival's debut saw a victory against England at Wembley with a goal from teenage star Endrick. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Brazil sack coach Dorival Junior after Argentina humiliation

Amid a large security operation deployment by the Argentinian government, hundreds of retirees in the country mobilized in downtown Buenos Aires against the economic adjustment plan of far-right President Javier Milei. As retirees gathered outside the Congress, the epicenter of the protest, they received support from unions, social organizations, and opposition parties.

Argentina: Retirees protest against government, demand economic adjustment plan

Argentina’s parliament descended into chaos as lawmakers clashed over a controversial debate, while protests outside turned violent. Demonstrators took to the streets, leading to clashes with police and multiple arrests. With political tensions rising, what’s next for the country?

Chaos in Argentina: Protests turn violent amid parliament brawl

Argentina witnessed massive political upheaval on Wednesday (Mar 12), with politicians punching each other in parliament over the crypto scandal and protesters taking to the streets against President Javier Milei&rsquo;s austerity measures.
<h2>What happened in parliament?</h2>
Representatives Oscar Zago and Lisandro Almir&oacute;n engaged in a heated altercation led to an exchange of blows inside the chamber.&nbsp;
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The incident forced the suspension of the session in which the referral to committee of ten projects was approved to probe the cryptocurrency $LIBRA case involving Milei. However, the attempt by political movement Kirchnerism to move forward with the impeachment trial did not succeed.
The local media reported that the government managed to postpone the commission on the cryptogate scandal during the Wednesday&rsquo;s session, which had started with a tense atmosphere as the ruling party blocked the investigation into memecoin scandal to protect the president. However, when the Uni&oacute;n por la Patria (UxP) bloc moved forward with its plan to initiate the impeachment proceedings, it rekindled tensions over the chairmanship of the Impeachment Commission.
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Although the Kirchner administration lacked support for the impeachment proposal, the discussion started following the Bah&iacute;a Blanca emergency declaration, which was unanimously approved when the head of the Peronist faction Germ&aacute;n Mart&iacute;nez requested a vote on the ratification of the Impeachment Committee's authorities.
As President of the Chamber of Deputies, Mart&iacute;n Menem, tried to delay the discussion, the Libertarians, the PRO, and the Radicals left their seats. Meanwhile, Lisandro Almir&oacute;n, from Corrientes, tried to unseat the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MID) Oscar Zago, who contributed to the quorum during the session, resisted and began throwing punches at Almir&oacute;n, according to local media reports.
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Soon chaos surrounded the parliament which led to the session being adjourned.
<h2>Pensions protest</h2>
Meanwhile, hundreds of retirees joined by football fans and sympathisers have been protesting against President Milei&rsquo;s austerity measures.
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According to a statement from the National Security Ministry, at least 20 people were injured and 124 were detained as the riot police pushed the crowd away near the Congress building and the landmark Plaza de Mayo using water cannons, tear gas and rubber bullets.
Watch | Argentina Protest: Police Use Tear Gas and Water Cannons Against Demonstrators
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The protesters demand improved pensions for retirees amid Milei&rsquo;s budget-slashing strict measures as they struggle to live in poverty. According to local media reports, 60 per cent of the retirees receive the minimum pension amount of $340 per month.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Representatives Oscar Zago and Lisandro Almirón engaged in a heated altercation that led to an exchange of blows inside the chamber. Meanwhile, hundreds of retirees have been protesting against President Milei’s austerity measures.

Argentina witnessed massive political upheaval on Wednesday (Mar 12), with politicians punching each other in parliament over the crypto scandal and protesters taking to the streets against President Javier Milei’s austerity measures. What happened in parliament? Representatives Oscar Zago and Lisandro Almirón engaged in a heated altercation led to an exchange of blows inside the chamber. Also read | Protesters block ED vehicle, pelt stones during raid at Bhupesh Baghel's home; FIR filed in Durg The incident forced the suspension of the session in which the referral to committee of ten projects was approved to probe the cryptocurrency $LIBRA case involving Milei. However, the attempt by political movement Kirchnerism to move forward with the impeachment trial did not succeed. The local media reported that the government managed to postpone the commission on the cryptogate scandal during the Wednesday’s session, which had started with a tense atmosphere as the ruling party blocked the investigation into memecoin scandal to protect the president. However, when the Unión por la Patria (UxP) bloc moved forward with its plan to initiate the impeachment proceedings, it rekindled tensions over the chairmanship of the Impeachment Commission. Also read | Argentina flooding death toll rises to 16, two girls missing Although the Kirchner administration lacked support for the impeachment proposal, the discussion started following the Bahía Blanca emergency declaration, which was unanimously approved when the head of the Peronist faction Germán Martínez requested a vote on the ratification of the Impeachment Committee's authorities. As President of the Chamber of Deputies, Martín Menem, tried to delay the discussion, the Libertarians, the PRO, and the Radicals left their seats. Meanwhile, Lisandro Almirón, from Corrientes, tried to unseat the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MID) Oscar Zago, who contributed to the quorum during the session, resisted and began throwing punches at Almirón, according to local media reports. #AHORA Oscar Zago y Lisandro Almirón a las piñas en el recinto de Diputados pic.twitter.com/ouOgaue1SI — Coti Viñas (@cotyvile) March 12, 2025 Soon chaos surrounded the parliament which led to the session being adjourned. Pensions protest Meanwhile, hundreds of retirees joined by football fans and sympathisers have been protesting against President Milei’s austerity measures. Also read | Argentina port city 'destroyed' by massive rainstorm, 13 dead According to a statement from the National Security Ministry, at least 20 people were injured and 124 were detained as the riot police pushed the crowd away near the Congress building and the landmark Plaza de Mayo using water cannons, tear gas and rubber bullets. Watch | Argentina Protest: Police Use Tear Gas and Water Cannons Against Demonstrators The protesters demand improved pensions for retirees amid Milei’s budget-slashing strict measures as they struggle to live in poverty. According to local media reports, 60 per cent of the retirees receive the minimum pension amount of $340 per month. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Brawl breaks out in Argentina parliament amid pensioners protest against President Javier Milei

Argentine security forces and an unlikely mix of retirees and hooligan groups clashed on March 12. The incident took place during a protest against President Javier Milei's pension cuts. Weekly demonstrations have been organized by retirees demanding improved pensions and the reversal of Miles's cuts to free medications, among other grievances. Watch in for more details!

Argentina Protest: Police Use Tear Gas and Water Cannons Against Demonstrators

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