CRIME & THE COURTS Fernando Báez Sosa: Appeals court confirms sentences for killers 24-03-2024 17:39 Buenos Aires Province appeals court confirms sentences for eight rugby-players convicted of murdering 18-year-old Fernando Báez Sosa in Villa Gesell in January 2020.
CRISTINA & THE COURTS Judge dismisses ‘Ruta K’ graft case against Fernández de Kirchner 05-06-2023 18:46 Federal Judge Sebastián Casanello, acting upon a request filed by the ‘Ruta K’ case’s lead prosecutor, dismisses charges against Vice-President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner.
POLITICS & JUDICIARY ‘No evidence’ – Fernández de Kirchner attacks grounds for graft conviction 10-03-2023 20:40 Vice-President reignites her ongoing feud with Argentina’s Judiciary on Friday, comparing its members to the mafia and declaring that they seek to “ban” her from holding public office.
‘Vialidad’ graft trial Court ruling: Fernández de Kirchner favoured Báez in a ‘criminal plan’ 09-03-2023 23:42 Judges from Federal Oral Court number 2 release 1,600-page ruling outlining grounds on which it sentenced Vice President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner to six years in prison in the ‘Vialidad’ public works graft case.
AND THAT REMINDS ME… Candles in the wind 11-02-2023 07:00 Perhaps it is the frequency of savage crimes which creates the need to single one out in order to restore inhumanity to human dimensions. by Michael Soltys
As I see it Crime, punishment and the law 11-02-2023 07:00 Few will shed many tears over what awaits the eight hooligans who killed Fernando Báez Sosa, but the trial, conducted as it was before a vociferous audience of millions, leaves a bad taste behind. by James Neilson
Killing of Fernando Báez Sosa Báez Sosa’s parents say judges ‘fell short with sentences’ 07-02-2023 13:55 Mother and father of murdered 18-year-old say their son can now “rest in peace,” though they express dissatisfaction with decision not to sentence all eight to life imprisonment.
Fernando Báez Sosa trial Judges: Attack on ‘defenceless’ Báez Sosa was ‘previously agreed’ 06-02-2023 22:24 Judges rule that attack on “defenceless” 18-year-old Fernando Báez Sosa was “previously agreed”; Court rejects defence’s request for a conviction on the grounds that it was a "homicide in a quarrel.”
MURDER IN VILLA GESELL Báez Sosa trial: Who was convicted and what was their sentence? 06-02-2023 17:10 Five of the accused handed life imprisonment as co-perpetrators of the murder, with remaining three found guilty as "secondary participants."
MURDER IN VILLA GESELL Báez Sosa trial prosecutors happy with ‘justice,’ but will appeal 06-02-2023 15:53 Prosecutors from the trial in Fernando Báez Sosa’s death say "justice was done” after reading of verdict, but indicate they will appeal decision to convict Ayrton Viollaz, Lucas Pertossi and Blas Cinalli only as secondary participants.
Murder in Villa Gesell Five of eight accused of killing Fernando Báez Sosa handed life sentences 06-02-2023 13:19 Five of the eight young rugby players accused of killing Fernando Báez Sosa outside a Villa Gesell nightclub three years ago sentenced to life in jail; Three others in the dock handed 15 years for playing secondary role in attack.
KILLING OF FERNANDO BÁEZ SOSA Judges analyse evidence ahead of Báez Sosa murder case ruling 03-02-2023 08:38 Videos that reconstruct the attack, autopsy results, forensic reports and accounts from eyewitnesses – a look at the main pieces of evidence that could convict the accused. by Leonardo Nieva
Murder in Villa Gesell 'Racism, machismo and classism' evident in Báez Sosa killing, say sociologists 27-01-2023 16:10 High-profile murder trial into the brutal killing of young Fernando Báez Sosa, beaten to death by a group of eight rugby players, shines a light on discrimination in Argentina.
Murder in Villa Gesell Prosecutor seeks life terms for eight rugby players accused of murder 26-01-2023 02:16 Eight Argentine rugby players accused of beating teenager Fernando Báez Sosa to death in Villa Gesell apologise to parents, but their legal team still seeks acquittal.
'Los Rugbiers' Rugby players accused of murder suspected of running supportive Instagram account 25-01-2023 15:44 Investigators believe two of the eight former rugby players accused of beating 18-year-old Fernando Báez Sosa to death three years ago may be behind a supportive Instagram account pleading their case.
Murder in Villa Gesell Three years on, Fernando Báez Sosa’s parents plead for ‘justice’ 19-01-2023 20:25 Parents of Fernando Báez Sosa, the 18-year-old who was beaten to death outside the Le Brique nightclub in Villa Gesell, use the anniversary of his murder to reiterate their call for “justice, not revenge,” as trial nears a verdict.
Murder in Villa Gesell 'Los Rugbiers': the group of eight accused of killing Fernando Báez Sosa 18-01-2023 11:43 Eight individuals – all aged between 21 and 23 – are accused of killing teenager Fernando Báez Sosa on January 18, 2020 in Villa Gesell.
EDITORIAL Knocked for six 10-12-2022 04:58 If Cristina Fernández de Kirchner is the first serving Argentine vice-president to be sentenced for corruption, that is perhaps the less significant precedent set by Tuesday’s historic verdict in the Santa Cruz highway contract corruption trial.
Analysis A conviction that does not convict 08-12-2022 15:54 The millions who consider Cristina Fernández de Kirchner corrupt do not need a ruling to prove it. And for millions of others, she will never be guilty. by Gustavo González
VICE-PRESIDENT’S RESPONSE Cristina says she won't be a candidate in 2023 elections 07-12-2022 08:54 Cristina Fernández de Kirchner rails against “parallel state and judicial mafia” in an hour-long livestream broadcast reacting to corruption conviction, in which the former president declares she will not run in next year’s election campaign.
PROFILE Cristina Fernández de Kirchner: powerful, divisive, and tainted by fraud 07-12-2022 01:06 Cristina Fernández de Kirchner has drawn adoration and hatred in equal measure, and even a fraud conviction is unlikely to push her out of the corridors of power anytime soon.
Vice-president responds Cristina Fernández de Kirchner won’t seek office after guilty verdict 06-12-2022 21:32 Cristina Fernández de Kirchner said she will not run for public office after a court found her guilty of fraud charges, ruling out a new presidential attempt next year.
'Vialidad' graft trial Argentina's vice-president given six-year jail term in graft case 06-12-2022 18:12 Vice-President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner found guilty of corruption charges and sentenced to six years in prison in a landmark case that’s likely to intensify political battles.
COURTS: CAUSA VIALIDAD Court sentences Fernández de Kirchner to six years in prison for corruption 06-12-2022 17:42 Verdict handed down in 'Vialidad' trial probing alleged corruption in public works projects; Vice-president convicted and sentenced to six years in prison and lifetime ban from public office; Court finds CFK guilty of participating in fraudulent scheme that allegedly embezzled US$1 billion.
CRISTINA & THE COURTS ‘Causa Vialidad’: Chronology of the trial of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner 06-12-2022 12:20 Key moments in one of the most controversial and high-profile cases in Argentina’s recent history.
Cristina & the courts Nation braces for Fernández de Kirchner graft trial verdict 05-12-2022 23:21 After three-and-a-half years of hearings, the court overseeing the so-called 'Vialidad' public works graft trial is set to announce its verdict; CFK to be found innocent or guilty and potential punishment, but grounds for ruling will only be announced in the first quarter of 2023.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Climax 03-12-2022 05:41 The court judging the ‘Vialidad’ case is expected to reach a verdict that will condemn the former president in some sort of way, validating the accusations of corruption against her, Kirchnerite businessman Lázaro Báez and several government officials. by Agustino Fontevecchia
CABINET FOR CRISTINA Cabinet ministers accuse opposition of judicial ‘prostitution’ 01-12-2022 01:15 Interior Minister Eduardo ‘Wado’ de Pedro accuses opposition Juntos por el Cambio coalition of having corrupt ties with the Judiciary, comparing them to prostitution.
CRISTINA & THE COURTS Fernández de Kirchner brands court 'firing squad' as graft trial nears end 29-11-2022 13:50 One hearing remains in ‘Vialidad’ trial, on December 6 – the same day a verdict is expected, though judges technically have up to 10 days to rule.
Cristina & the courts ‘Vialidad’ graft trial against Fernández de Kirchner nears climax 15-11-2022 09:27 Vice-President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner and her co-defendants challenge prosecutors Diego Luciani and Sergio Mola as ‘Vialidad’ corruption trial, probing alleged public works graft in Santa Cruz between 2003 and 2015, creeps towards climax.
Cristina & the courts Prosecutor calls for CFK Hotesur-Los Sauces acquittal to be overturned 11-11-2022 10:47 Prosecutor Mario Villar requests that last year’s court decision that paved way for acquittal of defendants without bringing the case to trial be overturned.
Cristina & the courts Fernández de Kirchner makes her defence in public works graft trial 23-09-2022 14:29 Cristina Fernández de Kirchner accuses prosecutors of delivering "lies, slander and defamation" as she takes up her own defence in court during 'Vialidad' public works corruption trial.
CORRUPTION & THE COURTS Fernández de Kirchner's defence team attacks 'lies' in corruption trial 20-09-2022 17:28 Lawyers for vice-president accuse Prosecutors Diego Luciani and Sergio Mola of “blatantly lying” in graft case probing alleged public works corruption during Fernández de Kirchner’s time in office.
city ‘Chaos’ – Vice-president's neighbour angry at Recoleta vigil 01-09-2022 15:24 Ever since prosecutors requested a prison sentence for Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, Kirchnerite militants have staged demonstrations and held vigils outside her flat. At least one neighbour is not happy about it.
DEMONSTRATIONS ACROSS ARGENTINA Tensions soar as riot police clash with pro-CFK demonstrators in Recoleta 28-08-2022 09:15 Demonstrations in support of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner take place across Argentina, with clashes between activists and police at their epicentre in the wealthy City neighbourhood of Recoleta; Vice-president accuses opposition of wanting to "exterminate Peronism" in speech to supporters.
POLITICS Cristina Fernández de Kirchner: a politically persecuted crook 27-08-2022 00:01 Argentina’s Judiciary is deeply political and impressively dexterous in shifting the sails to match the winds, whether it’s time to speed up or slow down. by Agustino Fontevecchia
AND THAT REMINDS ME… Underlining the vice in vice-president 27-08-2022 00:01 The difference here is that while Cristina Fernández de Kirchner is effectively being charged with past misdoings during her presidency like Carlos Menem before her or Macri now, she still holds executive office. by Michael Soltys
As I see it Cristina has her back against the wall 27-08-2022 00:01 Cristina’s arraignment and her followers’ reaction to it are having an ambiguous effect on the country’s reputation. by James Neilson
argentina Ted Cruz urges sanctions on Argentina’s Vice-President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner 26-08-2022 20:33 US Senator Ted Cruz calls on US State Department to impose sanctions against Vice-President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner over corruption allegations.
Cristina & the courts New poll claims two-thirds think Cristina should go to jail 25-08-2022 22:10 Survey, carried out by Giacobbe y Asociados examined public perception of the six main leaders of the ruling party and the opposition, including the new Economy Minister Sergio Massa.
POLITICS Peronism in a state of ‘alert and mobilisation,’ plans march for CFK 25-08-2022 22:08 With Alberto Fernández's support, Justicialist Party pencils in rally for September 16 in support of vice-president.
POLITICS & DIPLOMACY Left-wing leaders in Latin America show support for CFK 25-08-2022 00:34 Presidents of Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia and Mexico slam “unjustifiable judicial persecution” of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner in communiqué.
POLITICS Consequences of a conviction 23-08-2022 22:26 Cristina Fernández de Kirchner's exposure in this trial will be a deep blow to the vice-president's prestige, with significant political consequences. by Jorge Fontevecchia
Cristina & the courts Fernández de Kirchner goes on offensive, denying graft trial claims 23-08-2022 22:09 Vice-President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner delivers long and political charged speech in livestream broadcast; Ex-president points finger at prosecutors, judges, opposition and their allies as she denies corruption allegations.
BLOOMBERG Prosecutor urges 12 years of prison for Fernández de Kirchner 22-08-2022 22:03 Federal prosecutor calls for Vice-President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner to serve a 12-year prison sentence on corruption allegations.
Cristina & the courts Prosecutors seek lengthy jail term for Cristina Fernández de Kirchner 22-08-2022 17:35 Key hearing in the public works graft trial; Prosecutor wants 12 years jail time for Vice-President; Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, Lázaro Báez, Julio De Vido and José López all in the dock.
POLITICS / CRISTINA & THE COURTS CFK looks ahead to 2023 as she awaits request for her conviction 21-08-2022 16:40 Argentina’s vice-president insists that her sentence in a corruption trial has already been signed – today, she is not even connecting to the remote hearings in which prosecutors detail her alleged graft crimes. Instead, Cristina Fernández de Kirchner is looking ahead – she will stand for office in 2023, but where and on which ballot has not yet been decided. by Rosario Ayerdi
CORRUPTION Fernández de Kirchner oversaw 'corruption matrix' as president, says prosecutor 01-08-2022 18:52 Argentine Vice President Cristina Kirchner oversaw an "extraordinary corruption matrix" when she was head of state from 2007 to 2015, the prosecution argued Monday in her corruption trial.