Argentina begins closure of Devoto prison, transfers first inmates to new facility

Argentina has initiated the closure of the historic Devoto prison in Buenos Aires, with the first inmates transferred to a new facility with capacity for 2,240 detainees. The move is part of a broader prison infrastructure overhaul, though the timeline for full closure and any operational challenges remain unclear. This marks a significant shift in the country's penal infrastructure, potentially affecting prison overcrowding and security dynamics.