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Students in Peru demand justice for men killed in 2020

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Massive protests erupted in Peru’s capital, Lima, against state-sponsored violence and parliamentary corruption, with citizens demanding the resignation of President José Geri.

Breakdown
  • Protesters marched in Lima, escorted by riot police after warnings of repression from the president of Congress.
  • Demonstrators remembered two youths killed five years ago during anti-government protests, noting that justice has not been served. 21s
  • Protesters paid tribute to additional victims of state violence and voiced opposition to state-sponsored violence. 35s
  • Many called for the closure of Congress, labeling it corrupt, with over 100 legislators under criminal investigation. 50s
  • Protesters also demanded the resignation of President Jose Geri and expressed that the recent state of emergency has not improved public safety. 1m 9s
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