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PERU Protests: Historic Building in Flames as Thousands Try to Take Lima
Perus' President Ousted by Congress Over Alleged Coup
Peru's president Pedro Castillo was ousted by congress after he announced the immediate dissolution of the governing body.
Peru’s president dissolves congress hours before impeachment vote
Guardian News 7 Dec 2022
Castillo was criticised for saying he would install a 'government of exception' to rule by decree hours before he was due to face an
impeachment vote. He was accused of trying to seize power in a self-coup.
MPs moved ahead with the trial, with 101 votes in favour of removing him, six against and 10 abstentions.
Protestors in Lima congregated to protest against and for Castillo.
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