Football fans join with pensioners to clash with police in protest at austerity in Argentina
Retired people angry at the policies of President Javier Milei's government have been demonstrating every week, but on Wednesday they were joined by supporters of local football teams as clashes with police turned violent.
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Protesters surround a burning car during the demonstration. Pic: AP
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Elderly people have been at the forefront of protests against Argentinian President Javier Milei's austerity policies for many weeks. Pic: Reuters
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A woman stands in front of riot police during the protest. Pic: AP
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A police officer uses a crowd control spray on a demonstrator. Pic: Reuters
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A police officer uses a crowd-control weapon. Pic: Reuters
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A woman bangs plastic bottles together during a protest for higher pensions. Pic: AP
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