What is going on in Peru after removal of ex-President Pedro Castillo?

Peru is currently facing a political crisis in its country after Former President, President Pedro Castillo was ousted and arrested. Since then, people have come to the streets demanding the holding of general elections in the country. The protest has turned violent; with many people reported dead and injured, according to reports.

President Pedro had declared a state of emergency in the country last week while addressing the nation. The Former President had talked about dissolving the Congress party dominated by the opposition parties. Hours after this announcement, the opposition called an emergency meeting and decided to impeach the former president. Pedro announced that he would exercise emergency powers under decree rule. Pedro also said that he would call for new assembly elections.

In a bid to ease diplomatic tensions, the new President Dina Boluarte said Tuesday she would hold talks with regional leaders after her Mexican counterpart announced she was severing ties with Peru.


Protests have erupted across Peru since the ousting of the former President last week. According to sources, the six southern cities of Andahuaylas have become the focal point of the protests.



All flights to Arequipa and Peru's tourist capital Cusco are cancelled.

Protests have turned violent in the poor southern part of Peru. There is news that along with widespread vandalism, looting and arson. Protesters set fire to police stations, regional prosecutors, and tax offices in the north and east.

It is believed that the protests may end in the coming days due to the Christmas holidays.

FAQs:

1. Who is the New President of Peru?
   Dina Boluarte
2. About which dominant party had talked about dissolving by the opposition parties.
   Congress