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31 Jul 2022 | 07:29 AM UTC

Argentina: Activists plan to gather at Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires Aug. 1

Activists plan to gather at Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Aug. 1. Heightened security, localized transport disruptions likely.

Informational

Event

Activists plan to gather at Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires from 17:00 Aug. 1. The event aims to commemorate the death of an indigenous rights activist and denounce the authorities' alleged inaction in investigations. Hundreds of people could participate in the event.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely through the evening of Aug. 1. The gathering will probably pass peacefully, though minor skirmishes between police and protesters remain possible.

Advice

Avoid the gathering as a precaution. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected area the evening of Aug. 1.