Peru: Anti-Government Protesters Clash With Police in LimaTensions flared in Peru’s capital, Lima, on Saturday as hundreds of anti-government demonstrators took to the streets, sparking violent clashes with security forces.Protesters, armed with stones and sticks, confronted police officers who responded with volleys of tear gas in an attempt to disperse the crowds, AFP correspondents at the scene reported.
The unrest comes amid deepening discontent over the government’s handling of political and economic challenges. Demonstrators accused the authorities of failing to address widespread poverty, corruption, and inequality.Despite a heavy security presence, groups of protesters pressed on, chanting slogans and demanding reforms. The confrontation caused panic in parts of the city, forcing businesses to shut down early as streets descended into chaos.
No immediate reports of fatalities were confirmed, but several people were seen receiving medical attention after being overcome by tear gas or injured during the clashes.Authorities have called for calm, urging dialogue, but protesters vowed to continue their demonstrations until their demands are met.