CNN: Peru’s president calls for dialogue after more than 30 injured in nationwide protests
Peru’s President Dina Boluarte has called for dialogue after clashes between protesters and police during nationwide demonstrations left one person dead and 30 injured.
“Once again, I call for dialogue, I call on those political leaders to calm down. Have a more honest and objective look at the country; let’s talk,” Boluarte said at a press conference on Thursday evening.
Her comments came after clashes on the streets of the capital Lima, where thousands of protesters from across the country faced a massive show of force by local police.
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WNU Editor: A historic building in the center of Lima was burned down .... Historical building burns as protestors clash with police in Lima (UPI).
More News On The Unrest In Peru
Peru police use tear gas to block protesters from marching -- AP
‘We feel betrayed’: Peruvians on anti-government protests -- The Guardian
Clashes between protesters and police turn deadly in Peru -- USA Today
Peru protesters march in capital Lima demanding for president to leave office -- SKY News
Tear gas fired at Peru protesters as thousands try to ‘take Lima’ -- Al Jazeera