What's behind the violence, protests in Peru? - NBC News
Jan 12, 2023 · At least 40 people have died in clashes between Peruvian security forces and protesters in the Andean country’s worst outbreak of violence in over 20 years, as …
Venezuelan Extortion Gangs Spark Violent Backlash in Peru
Nov 13, 2023 · A Venezuelan gang has sunk deep criminal roots into Peru’s capital, Lima, with widespread extortion that has provoked violent protests by locals and growing xenophobia.
Explainer: Peru protests: What is behind the violence?
Jan 12 (Reuters) - At least 40 people have died in clashes between Peruvian security forces and protesters in the Andean country's worst outbreak of violence in over 20 years, as …
Peru’s violent protests show no signs of stopping | Vox
Jan 14, 2023 · Protests in Peru related to the arrest of former President Pedro Castillo have become increasingly violent, leading to many deaths, and show no real signs of abating.
Death Toll in Peru Rises to 47 Amid Extraordinary Violence
Jan 10, 2023 · The violence in Juliaca on Monday marked the deadliest single clash between civilians and armed actors in Peru in at least two decades, when the country emerged from a …
Peru: UN experts call for end to violence during demonstrations
Mar 6, 2023 · Continuing violence against political protesters in Peru must stop, UN-appointed independent experts insisted on Monday, amid allegations of repression and arbitrary killings …
Peru extends state of emergency amid deadly protests | CNN
Jan 16, 2023 · CNN — Peru is seeing some of its worst violence in decades, which erupted last month following the ousting of former President Pedro Castillo, as protesters who oppose the …
In Peru, protesters were tear-gassed after president called for truce
LIMA, Peru — Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Peru’s capital and were met with volleys of tear gas and pellets amid clashes with security forces just hours after President Dina...
Despite tear gas, Peru protesters vow to keep demonstrating
Jan 21, 2023 · LIMA, Peru (AP) — Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Peru’s capital Friday and were met with volleys of tear gas for the second straight day, as demonstrators …
Peru declares state of emergency in Lima after deadly protests
Jan 15, 2023 · Peru has declared a state of emergency in the capital Lima and three other regions as protests against President Dina Boluarte spread around the country.