Peru protesters mourn their dead as clashes continue
Juliaca (Peru) (AFP) - Demonstrators in Peru blocked roads and held mass funerals on Wednesday for those killed in violent anti-government protests that have gripped the country for weeks, as the United States called for "restraint" on both sides. The deadly clashes have spread to the tourist city of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, where one protester was killed and more than 20 people, including six police officers, were wounded. In total, at least 40 people have died in more than a month of demonstrations demanding the resignation of President Dina Boluarte, who took over afte......
Jan 12, 2023