World Cup kicks off amid clashes
Violent clashes erupted between protesters and Mexican security forces near the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, coinciding with the opening match of the 2026 World Cup between Mexico and South Africa. Protesters used stones and Molotov cocktails, and the clashes resulted in injuries among security personnel, as well as acts of vandalism including the burning of trucks and damage to cars. Despite the subsequent calm, widespread arrests were carried out, and a large security presence was deployed to ensure safety during the opening events.
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