17 May 2024 | 09:40 PM UTC
Spain: Demonstrators gather in vicinity of Consulate of Argentina in Madrid late May 17
Protesters gather near Consulate of Argentina in Madrid, Spain, late May 17 to denounce anti-LGBTQ violence; transport disruptions likely.
Dozens of protesters have gathered in the vicinity of the Consulate of Argentina on Calle de Fernando El Santo in Madrid late May 17 to denounce anti-LGBTQ discrimination and violence. The demonstration reportedly comes after a Molotov cocktail attack killed three lesbian women in the Barracas neighborhood of Buenos Aires in recent days.
Authorities will likely deploy a heightened security presence to the vicinity to monitor the demonstration. Localized transport disruptions are likely in the area over the coming hours. Skirmishes between police and demonstrators cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the protest as a precaution. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the vicinity of the demonstration and any related disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.
