Peru

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Peru, officially the Republic of Peru, is a country in western South America. It is bordered in the north by Ecuador and Colombia, in the east by Brazil, in the southeast by Bolivia, in the south by Chile, and in the south and west by the Pacific Ocean. Peru is a megadiverse country with habitats ranging from the arid plains of the Pacific coastal region in the west to the peaks of the Andes mountains extending from the north to the southeast of the country to the tropical Amazon basin rainforest in the east with the Amazon River. Peru has a population of 34 million, and its capital and largest city is Lima. At 1.28 million km², Peru is the 19th largest country in the world, and the third largest in South America.

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Why are DEADLY Peru Protests Continuing? Deadly protests sweeping across Peru show no signs of slowing, as thousands call for Peru’s president Dina Boluarte to stand down. Lawmakers partially met the demonstrators’ demands, by bring.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:51Published 1 week ago

Watch: Tension in Peru as protestors demanding a new president clash with police Protests continued in Peru on Saturday after a congressional vote failed in a bid to bring forward presidential elections to December. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:00Published 1 week ago

Peru's president gives support for elections later this year Peru's president Dina Boluarte has called for elections to be pushed forward to December 2023 amid pressure from protesters who are demanding her resignation. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published 1 week ago

Peru says army, police to clear protester roadblocks Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:33Published 1 week ago

Peru's 'water people' protest on boats against government Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 02:31Published 1 week ago

Organization of American States backs Peru's president amid deadly protests Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:36Published 2 weeks ago

Anti-government protests continue in Peru's capital Lima as President Boluarte calls for peace Protests in Peru continue as thousands take to the streets calling for President Dina Boluarte to leave office. Lawmakers have started an impechment process against the new leader, who took office in.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:30Published 2 weeks ago

Watch: Riot police in Peru use tear gas to disperse latest protests Riot police used tear gas to disperse anti-government protesters in new unrest in Peru's capital Lima Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 2 weeks ago

Peru Shuts Down Machu Picchu Amid Widespread Protests Peru Shuts Down , Machu Picchu , Amid Widespread Protests. NBC reports that the government of Peru has indefinitely shut down the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu amid anti-government protests that.. Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:31Published 2 weeks ago

Peru shuts down Machu Picchu as political unrest spreads across country\| Oneindia News*International Peru has closed its famed historical site Machu Picchu amid continuing anti-government protests, as the European Union decried the police response to the deadly unrest as “disproportionate”. On.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:46Published 2 weeks ago

Turkey cancels planned visit by Swedish Defence Minister over right-wing protest \|Oneindia News*News Turkey cancels Swedish defence minister Pal Jonson visit over right-wing protest; Peru: Protests for President Dina Boluarte’s resignation rise; over 50 injured; Chris Hipkins to replace Jacinda.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:34Published 2 weeks ago

Anti-government protests intensify in Peru The country's capital, Lima, woke up on Friday to find one of its most historic buildings burnt to the ground, with thousands of protesters descending on the city to call for snap elections and.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published 2 weeks ago

Peru’s Andes ‘descends on’ capital to demand leader resign Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:32Published 3 weeks ago

Thousands gather in Lima for two days of anti-government protests Peru’s capital is bracing for two days of anti-government protests as thousands flock to Lima to demand the resignation of President Dina Boularte. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 3 weeks ago

Political protests in Peru as rival groups march through the capital city Lima Peru's president called for calm as thousands of people arrived in the capital Lima, many calling for her to resign. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 3 weeks ago

Peru upheaval: 'Protesters are now demanding for more radical changes' Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 05:13Published 3 weeks ago

'It's a Mess': Peru is facing a 'big crisis, without political parties, without political leaders' Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 05:26Published 3 weeks ago

As more unrest looms, Peru leader calls for calm Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:47Published 3 weeks ago

Peru violent unrest: Protesters' demands 'have morphed & have been amplified by number of deaths' Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 05:59Published 3 weeks ago

Deadly clashes in Peru amid 'demands for fresh elections' Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:44Published 3 weeks ago

Peru’s government declares a state of Emergency Following weeks of protests, a 30-day state of emergency was declared in Peru’s capital Lima as well as several other regions, following demonstrations against President Dina Bolurate. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published 3 weeks ago

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Peru: Attorney general launches investigations into protest deaths \| Oneindia News *International Peru's attorney general has launched 11 inquiries to identify those responsible for more than three dozen mostly civilian deaths during some of the country's most violent social protests in years, as.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:21Published 3 weeks ago

Watch: Anti-government protests continued across Peru on Thursday Anti-government protests continued across Peru's capital Lima, Cusco and Juliaca on Thursday as pressure mounts on President Dina Boluarte to resign Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:00Published 3 weeks ago

'Stop this massacre': Thousands protest in Peru demanding president step down Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:27Published on January 13, 2023

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Peru closes Machu Picchu amid violent anti-government protests Peruvian authorities have closed the iconic tourist attraction Machu Picchu amid ongoing protests that have left dozens of people dead since they began a month ago. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago
'Spilled blood will never be forgotten': Violent clashes between protesters and police in Peru Thousands of protesters have clashed with police in Peru as violent demonstrations hit the country's capital for the second day in a row. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago
Rocks thrown as thousands of protesters march in Peru calling for president to step down Thousands of protesters descended on Peru's capital and clashed with police as they demanded President Dina Boluarte leave office. Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago

At least 17 killed in Peru as anti-government protests escalate near airport At least 17 people have been killed in anti-government clashes between protesters and police in southern Peru, according to officials. Sky News - Published on January 10, 2023
Tourist family describe running down streets in Peru to stay safe amid anti-government protests A family of tourists stranded in the Peruvian city of Cusco amid anti-government protests have described "people walking around with baseball bats and breaking down doors". Sky News - Published on December 17, 2022
Protests in Peru leave 'thousands of tourists stranded' in gateway city to Machu Picchu Thousands of tourists have reportedly been left stranded in the Peruvian city of Cusco along with hundreds of others in the area around the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu because of anti-government.. Sky News - Published on December 16, 2022

Peru declares state of emergency after protests leave at least eight dead A 30-day state of emergency has been declared in Peru after the country's president was impeached and a week of protests left at least eight dead. Sky News - Published on December 15, 2022
Police arrest president of Peru after Congress votes to remove him from power Police in Peru have arrested the country's president, Pedro Castillo, after Congress voted to remove him from power. Sky News - Published on December 7, 2022
Plane catches fire after colliding with fire truck on runway at Peru airport A plane taking off at an airport in Peru caught on fire after it collided with a moving fire truck on the runway. Sky News - Published on November 19, 2022
Britons among 70 boat passengers detained by group in Peru Boat passengers - including British tourists - are being detained by a community group in Peru in protest over a lack of government action to tackle oil spills in a river, according to a local media.. Sky News - Published on November 4, 2022

Peru zinc spill contaminates 500 tonnes of trout Hundreds of fish have been contaminated after a truck carrying 31 tonnes of zinc fell into a major river in the Peruvian capital, officials have said. Sky News - Published on June 15, 2022
2022 World Cup: Australia beat Peru on penalties in intercontinental play-off Watch highlights as Australia beat Peru 5-4 on penalties in an intercontinental play-off to qualify for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. BBC Sport - Published on June 13, 2022
Australia 0-0 Peru: Australia book World Cup place with shootout win Australia become the 31st team to book their place at the 2022 World Cup after beating Peru on penalties in an intercontinental play-off in Qatar. BBC Sport - Published on June 13, 2022	Powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake shakes southern Peru A 7.2 magnitude earthquake has shaken southern Peru, according to the US Geological Survey. Sky News - Published on May 26, 2022
Whirlwind halts game in Peru Watch the moment a dust whirlwind interrupts a football match in Peru, forcing the players of Semillero and San Andres to take evasive action as it tears across the pitch. BBC Sport - Published on May 13, 2022	Archaeologists unearth mummy in Peru estimated to be over 800 years old A mummy estimated to be around 800 years old has been discovered on Peru's central coast. Sky News - Published on November 27, 2021
Peru: 'The glaciers are melting before our eyes - and there is no plan' My guide tells me it's only 260m to 270m to go. Sky News - Published on November 9, 2021	Final seven countries, including Colombia and Peru, removed from UK's red travel list The final seven countries on the UK's red travel list have now been removed, ending the need for people to quarantine in a hotel. Sky News - Published on November 1, 2021
'For my peasant sisters and brothers': Left-wing rural teacher becomes new president of Peru A man who was until recently a teacher in a rural part of Peru has been sworn in as the country's new president. Sky News - Published on July 28, 2021	Hospital workers in Peru arrested after charging COVID-19 patients more than £15,000 per bed Nine people have been arrested in Peru, accused of charging COVID-19 patients the equivalent of more than £15,000 for hospital beds that should have been free. Sky News - Published on July 22, 2021
Copa America 2021: Stunning late Luis Diaz strike helps Colombia beat Peru Watch highlights as Colombia forward Luis Diaz scores a stunning 25-yard injury-time winner to help his country beat Peru 3-2 in their Copa America third-place play-off. BBC Sport - Published on July 10, 2021	Copa America: Colombia beat Peru in third-place play-off after dramatic Luis Diaz winner Colombia forward Luis Diaz scores a stunning 25-yard injury-time winner to help his country beat Peru 3-2 in their Copa America third-place play-off. BBC Sport - Published on July 10, 2021
Brilliant Neymar sets up Paqueta for only goal in Copa America semi-final Lucas Paqueta scores the only goal for Brazil in their Copa America semi-final win over Peru. BBC Sport - Published on July 6, 2021	Copa America 2021: Brazil beat Peru 1-0 thanks to Lucas Paqueta's first-half goal Lucas Paqueta sends defending champions Brazil into the Copa America final with a first-half winner against Peru. BBC Sport - Published on July 6, 2021
Lambda: New COVID-19 'variant of interest' - All you need to know Lambda was initially detected in Peru in August 2020 and has since been reported in 29 countries around the world. DNA - Published on June 19, 2021	Copa America: Neymar scores in big win for Brazil against Peru Neymar scores his second goal of the Copa America in a handsome 4-0 win for Brazil against Peru. BBC Sport - Published on June 18, 2021
Copa America: Neymar inspires Brazil to win over Peru Neymar moves closer to Pele's all-time Brazil scoring record as they beat Peru in the Copa America. BBC Sport - Published on June 18, 2021	Peru's COVID death toll more than doubles to over 180,000 following official review Peru's COVID-19 death toll has more than doubled following an official review of deaths. Sky News - Published on June 1, 2021
No marmalade in sight as spectacled bears explore deserted Machu Picchu The usual hordes of visitors have not come to Peru's Machu Picchu in recent months due to the coronavirus pandemic and its associated travel restrictions. Sky News - Published on January 14, 2021	Foreign embassies celebrate quiet Diwali Though there were no grand celebrations or any kind of events organised this Diwali in the foreign embassies in Delhi owing to the coronavirus pandemic, the foreign delegates and ambassadors of.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 14, 2020
13 Dead in Stampede at Peru Nightclub Operating Illegally due to Coronavirus 13 people died in a wild stampede early Sunday in Peru, after cops tried to shut down a nightclub that was operating illegally in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic in the country. The video shows.. TMZ.com - Published on August 23, 2020	Maharashtra's COVID-19 count overtakes Mexico, Peru According to Thursday's figures of Maharashtra's COVID-19 count, there was one death roughly every 5 minutes and a stupendous 464 new cases every hour. DNA - Published on July 31, 2020
Peru overtakes Italy in total cases of coronavirus Peru topped 240,000 total cases of coronavirus on Wednesday, surpassing hard-hit Italy, government data showed, even as the pace of infections has begun to moderate in the South American nation. Reuters - Published on June 17, 2020	A Peruvian driver delivers ashes of the dead as coronavirus toll mounts Héctor Orellanqui, 65, wearing a white overcoat and mask, has a painful duty to carry out: delivering the ashes of those who have died from COVID-19 to families who can in most cases no longer carry.. Reuters - Published on June 10, 2020
Peru extends protracted national lockdown until end of June Peru on Friday extended its state of emergency and a nationwide lockdown to fight the coronavirus pandemic until the end of June, marking one of the longest periods of mandatory isolation in the world. Reuters - Published on May 22, 2020	Peru coronavirus cases surpass 100,000 as demand sends drug prices soaring Peru's number of confirmed coronavirus cases surpassed 104,000, the Ministry of Health reported on Wednesday, as the outbreak puts pressure on the demand for medicines, whose prices have soared in.. Reuters - Published on May 20, 2020
Peru's confirmed coronavirus cases surpass 100,000: health ministry Peru's number of confirmed coronavirus cases surpassed 100,000, the Ministry of Health reported on Wednesday. Reuters - Published on May 20, 2020	Regional health body warns of COVID-19 spread in Amazon tri-border area The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) warned on Tuesday that new coronavirus is spreading rapidly in the tri-border area of the Amazon between Brazil, Colombia and Peru and threatens to infect.. Reuters - Published on May 19, 2020