Argentina: Unionized milk workers have launched protests and clashed with police in Buenos Aires, Oct. 1

Event

Unionized milk workers have launched protests in the Boedo neighborhood of Buenos Aires, early Oct. 1, over an ongoing internal dispute in the union. Police and activists have clashed along Independencia Avenue, near Plaza Mariano Boedo, in the Boedo neighborhood; disruptions are ongoing in the area.

Heightened security and transport and business disruptions are likely to continue in the Boedo neighborhood over the coming hours. Additional clashes are possible.

Advice

Avoid the area and all large public gatherings. Strictly heed the instructions of the authorities.