Overview

• Interim President José Jeri said at least one person died and more than 100 were injured, including 55 police and 20 civilians, after clashes near Congress in Lima, citing the ombudsman’s office for civilian figures.
• Police fired tear gas and carried out baton charges as some demonstrators tried to push down security barriers and threw stones and fireworks, according to on-scene reporting and police statements.
• Thousands marched in Lima, Arequipa, Cusco and Puno to denounce organized crime and the political class following the rapid removal of Dina Boluarte and Jeri’s appointment to serve until July 2026.
• Youth-led “Gen Z” groups and feminist organizations featured prominently in the protests, and authorities reported about 10 arrests.
• Authorities and independent sources estimate the recent protest wave has left nearly 150 people injured nationwide.