Peru Crisis: Protests Turn Deadly

Peru is currently facing its worst outbreak of violence in over 20 years, as clashes between security forces and protesters have left at least 40 people dead. The protests, which began in December 2022, have been sparked by calls for ..

Tags: Dina Boluarte • Fresh elections • Government accountability • Pedro Castillo • Peru

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2023

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Pedro Castillo: Peru’s new president-elect

Pedro Castillo has been announced as Peru’s new president-elect, six weeks after a polarising vote in which, Keliko Fujimori, Castillo’s right wing rival, had alleged electoral fraud. Key PointsThe official count was released on Monday which Castillo has defeated Fujimori.Castillo’s supporters ..

Tags: Keliko Fujimori • Pedro Castillo • Peru

Month: Current Affairs - July, 2021