Argentine police deploy tear gas against thousands of protesters in Buenos Aires

Al Jazeera’s Teresa Bo reports from Buenos Aires, where police fired tear gas as thousands of protesters gathered on the city’s main thoroughfares. The incident unfolded amid a large demonstration that drew a diverse crowd of citizens demanding change on a range of political and economic issues.

The protest, organized by a coalition of civic groups, saw police deploy tear gas to disperse the crowd after tensions rose. Authorities said the use of force was necessary to maintain public order, while opposition leaders criticized the tactics as excessive. The event is part of a broader wave of demonstrations across Latin America that have highlighted growing public dissatisfaction with current government policies.

The tear‑gas episode has intensified calls for a clearer framework on crowd control and civil liberties. Police and government officials have urged calm, while protest organizers continue to mobilize, underscoring the ongoing debate over the balance between security and democratic expression in the region.