Afghanistan, Sept. 21 -- Mass protests in Lima against President Dina Boluarte erupted into violent clashes with police, leaving several injured and over 50 arrested, as unrest over economic hardship deepened.
Large crowds of government opponents took to the streets of Lima over the weekend, staging major demonstrations that quickly escalated into violent clashes with security forces.
According to AFP, protesters blame President Dina Boluarte-Peru's first female leader, for rising insecurity, corruption, and economic crisis. Many demanded her resignation and called for early elections.
Chants of "early elections" echoed through the capital as the protests turned violent. Police used tear gas to disperse demonstrators, who responded with ...