Dozens injured in anti-government protests in Peru
09 February 2023 |
10:11 am
Dozens of people have been injured in clashes between anti-government protesters and security forces in Peru's capital, Lima. The unrest that started after the ousting of President Pedro Castillo in December has now spread to many parts of the country.
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