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Argentina's Lawmakers Pledge to 'Free Palestine' Amid Controversy

12/9/2025

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On December 9, 2025, left-wing lawmakers in Argentina pledged allegiance to "free Palestine" during oath-taking ceremonies, a move that departed from established protocol and drew criticism from political analysts and journalists.
The event was broadcast nationwide.
Following the Vatican's announcement of Pope Francis's death on April 21, 2025, the Argentine flag was flown at half-mast outside the presidential palace, Casa Rosada.

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On December 9, 2025, left-wing lawmakers in Argentina pledged allegiance to "free Palestine" during oath-taking ceremonies, a move that departed from established protocol and drew criticism from political analysts and journalists.
The event was broadcast nationwide.
Following the Vatican's announcement of Pope Francis's death on April 21, 2025, the Argentine flag was flown at half-mast outside the presidential palace, Casa Rosada.