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Argentina President Javier Milei Faces Massive Protest Over Education Budget Cuts

Over 100,000 protesters flooded Argentine cities, urging President Javier Milei to increase funding for public universities. Demonstrations organized by students, alumni, unions, and political groups voiced opposition to austerity measures.

Argentina Wants Iran to Hand Over Minister Over Jewish Center Bombings, Iran Refuses

Argentina Wants Iran to Hand Over Minister Allegedly Involved in Jewish Center Bombings, Iran Refuses

Apr 24, 2024 08:40 PM EDT By Rick Martin

The feud between Argentina and Iran over the 1994 Buenos Aires Jewish Center Bombing has intensified 30 years on with Argentina demanding the Islamic Republic hand over a minister.

Argentina: Violence Continues to Plague Rosario, Now the Country's Drug Capital

Apr 22, 2024 02:51 AM EDT By Rick Martin

The city of Rosario, Argentina may be known as the hometown of Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria, but it has now become the country's narco capital as drug violence continues to rise.

Americas: Dengue Cases Sore Over 50% in a Month, Says PAHO

Apr 19, 2024 09:13 PM EDT By Ross Key

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) declared an "emergency situation" due to rising Dengue cases in the Americas. Hotspots like Argentina and Brazil have seen stabilized cases. PAHO confirmed over 5.2 million cases, a 48% increase from last month's 3.5 million.

Argentina President Javier Milei Wants to Join NATO

Argentina President Javier Milei Submits Request to Join NATO

Apr 18, 2024 08:14 PM EDT By Ross Key

Argentina seeks NATO global partnership to enhance political, security ties amid President Milei's push for closer relations with Western allies, aiming to spur investment.

Argentina President Javier Milei Meets Elon Musk in Texas

Argentina President Javier Milei, Elon Musk Agree to Promote Free Market Following Texas Meeting

Apr 14, 2024 09:29 PM EDT By Ross Key

Elon Musk and Argentina's president Javier Milei vow to collaborate on free markets and lithium projects after meeting in Texas, where Tesla operates. The alliance aims to boost renewable energy and economic growth.

Argentina Top Criminal Court Finds Iran, Hezbollah Responsible for 1992 Embassy Attack

Argentina Top Criminal Court Calls Iran a 'Terrorist State,' Find Country and Hezbollah Responsible for 1992 Embassy Attack

Apr 12, 2024 09:03 PM EDT By Rick Martin

The Federal Criminal Cassation Court has found that the Islamic fundamentalist organization Hezbollah and the government of Iran, are liable for the deadly attacks on Argentina.

Argentina President Javier Milei To Meet Elon Musk

Argentina President Javier Milei Will Visit Tesla Factory, Meet Elon Musk this Week

Apr 10, 2024 08:25 PM EDT By Ross Key

Argentine President Javier Milei starts US trip, aims to meet Elon Musk for economic overhaul funding. Milei seeks cash to revive struggling Argentine economy.

Argentina President Javier Milei Sparks Protests After Firing 24,000 Government Workers

Apr 03, 2024 10:16 PM EDT By Rick Martin

Protests have begun all over Argentina after President Javier Milei took his chainsaw to the state and cut down over 24,000 government jobs amid his austerity measures.

Angel Di Maria Death Threats: 3 Suspects Arrested in Connection to Death Threats Sent to Argentina World Cup Winner

Apr 01, 2024 11:37 PM EDT By Rick Martin

Argentina soccer legend Angel Di Maria may be beloved in his home country, but he recently received some death threats, and two suspects have now been arrested in connection to that.

Argentina and Colombia Avoid Diplomatic Crisis Over Javier Milei Vs. Gustavo Petro Feud

Diplomatic Crisis Averted as Argentina, Colombia Make Amends After Javier Milei Vs. Gustavo Petro Feud

Apr 01, 2024 08:46 PM EDT By Rick Martin

The row between Argentina and Colombia has begun cooling down after that big feud between their respective presidents, Javier Milei and Gustavo Petro.

Argentina Easter Traditions: How Argentinians Celebrate Holyweek

Mar 30, 2024 03:40 PM EDT By Ross Key

Easter in Argentina offers diverse celebrations for travelers, students, and expats. From traditional processions to regional customs, immerse in South American Easter traditions while exploring the country's vibrant cultural landscape.

Argentina President Javier Milei Feuding With Mexico's AMLO and Colombia's Gustavo Petro

Mar 29, 2024 09:56 PM EDT By Rick Martin

Argentina may have just realized that it elected the least diplomatic president possible as Javier Milei has started feuds with the leaders of his neighbors: Mexico's Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador and Colombia's Gustavo Petro.

Venezuela and Argentina in Row After Nicolas Maduro Regime Accused of Cutting Embassy's Power After Meeting With Opposition Leaders

Mar 27, 2024 11:21 PM EDT By Rick Martin

The Nicolas Maduro regime has started yet another feud with a neighbor, this time with Argentina after Venezuelan opposition leaders met with Argentinian diplomats inside its embassy.

Argentina: 11 Former Officers Convicted of Crimes Against Humanity Over Sexual Violence Against Trans Women

Mar 26, 2024 11:50 PM EDT By Rick Martin

For the first time ever, a judge in Argentina convicted 11 former officials of the country's former military dictatorship of crimes against humanity on Tuesday.

Angel Di Maria, Argentina World Cup Winner, Receives Death Threat From Local Drug Gang From His Home Town

Mar 25, 2024 09:37 PM EDT By Rick Martin

Angel Di Maria may be one of Argentina's most beloved soccer players, scoring a goal that helped the country win a World Cup However, the soccer star recently received some death threats.