General Strike in Buenos Aires Protests Economic Austerity
Major trade unions in Argentina launched a 24-hour nationwide general strike, bringing public transportation and government services in Buenos Aires to a standstill. The protesters are demanding a reversal of recent budget cuts and wage freezes amid high inflation.
Date: April 8, 2026
Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Conflict: Argentina Economic Unrest
Category: protest
Severity: HIGH
Source: Buenos Aires Times