Watch: Police fire tear gas at protesters in PeruVideo filmed outside Peru’s congress shows a large police presence during anti-government protests, days after the impeachment of the country’s former President Dina Boluarte.
Police fired tear gas at protesters who could be seen sheltering in doorways. Some demonstrators set off firecrackers as police approached.
Young Peruvians clash with police in anti-government protests12 hours ago
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