When people protest, they do it because they want their voices heard. But in Peru, a recent protest ended in tragedy, showing once again how fragile peace can be when authorities use too much force. The death of a young man, injuries to many others, and attacks on journalists have…
Peru’s Amazon is now facing an intensification of mining activity that is fueling alarming levels of deforestation, river contamination, and threats to Indigenous territories. Recent mapping and field investigations have revealed shifting trends: mining is migrating into new territories, adopting mobile tactics, and expanding both in depth and scope. This…
Peru’s politics remain tense, with frequent leadership changes, youth-driven protests, and economic pressures converging at once. As the country looks ahead, the central questions are whether authorities can restore public trust, cool the streets, and stabilize state finances—especially around Petroperú and broader anti-crime initiatives. Why The Crisis Persists Public frustration…
Peru has been trapped in a cycle of political chaos—and the first days of President José Jerí’s rule have only deepened that crisis. Within days of Congress removing Dina Boluarte and elevating Jerí (aged 38) to the presidency, mass protests erupted across Lima and other cities. The violent clashes left…
Peru is experiencing a wave of mass protests following the recent ouster of President Dina Boluarte and the swearing in of her successor, José Jerí. Protesters have flooded the streets of Lima and other cities, demanding Jerí’s resignation, fresh elections, and sweeping reforms to address crime, corruption, and unstable governance. Tensions have escalated with violent encounters between demonstrators and security…
In a dramatic escalation of political unrest, Peru’s government announced a state of emergency in Lima in response to mounting violence tied to mass protests. The turmoil follows a wave of demonstrations that left hundreds injured and one person shot dead near the capital’s Congress. The move to impose emergency…
A man was killed during anti-government protests in Peru, intensifying a long-running standoff between citizens and the state over governance, corruption, security, and economic stress. Crowds gathered in central districts to demand political accountability, earlier elections, and stronger action against extortion and organized crime. Clashes erupted when police moved to…
Peru has descended into political chaos after Congress voted to remove President Dina Boluarte on grounds of “permanent moral incapacity.” In a dramatic overnight session on October 10, 2025, lawmakers approved the motion overwhelmingly, and José Jerí, then President of Congress, was sworn in as interim president. As of now,…
Peru has entered a tense new chapter after youth-led, Gen-Z protests escalated across major cities, resulting in at least one death and over 100 injuries. Demonstrators demand political accountability, tougher action on crime and corruption, and human-rights safeguards. The President has declined to step down, pledging investigations into the fatality…
Peru’s capital city, Lima, witnessed a violent outbreak of protests this week, leaving 55 police officers and 20 civilians injured. The unrest began when thousands of citizens took to the streets demanding reforms, justice, and an end to corruption. What started as a peaceful demonstration soon turned into one of…
