At least 19 individuals, including a police officer, sustained injuries during recent protests against the government of Peruvian President Dina Boluarte and Congress, as reported by authorities and human rights advocates. Over the weekend, hundreds of demonstrators gathered in central Lima, facing a significant police presence, which escalated into violence as clashes erupted. Groups of young protesters directed stones, petrol bombs, and fireworks at law enforcement, prompting officers to respond with tear gas and rubber bullets. The National Human Rights Coordinator (CNDDHH) reported that among the injured were 18 individuals, including a journalist. A police officer suffered first-degree burns from a Molotov cocktail. The CNDDHH condemned the police for their response, emphasizing the need to respect the right to protest and criticizing the excessive use of tear gas. Further demonstrations by transport workers and the Generation Z youth collective against alleged corruption and extortion were similarly dispersed by police on Sunday night. Social unrest has notably intensified since the Boluarte administration imposed a law mandating young people to contribute to private pension funds amidst high job insecurity. Boluarte’s approval ratings have declined sharply, and the conservative-majority Congress faces similar challenges regarding public perceptions of corruption. Protests have surged in recent months due to growing concerns over organized crime, extortion, and violence.
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