Argentine President Javier Milei on Thursday, July 30th, 2026, issued an emergency decree barring or expelling foreigners who express "hate" towards Argentina. Milei stated the measure was a response to "recent displays of hostility against the Argentine republic and Argentines."

The decree targets foreigners deemed to have "spread or incited hate messages" against the country or its people. Experts have questioned the legal feasibility of the decree, which is already in force but requires parliamentary approval to remain law.

Milei appeared to link the measure to public reactions following Argentina's recent World Cup final loss against Spain. The decree also follows his claims earlier that week that leftist administrations in the Americas were orchestrating an "anti-Argentine campaign."

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