Overview

• In a Oct. 1 interview, César Sandoval criticized recent Lima demonstrations, citing damage at Plaza San Martín and Avenida Abancay.
• He asserted that organizers are either naive or manipulated and alleged the involvement of extremist collectives seeking destabilization ahead of elections.
• Authorities reported 24 people injured, including two journalists and an older adult, at least six detained including a 14-year-old, and at least 12 police wounded, while the National Association of Journalists recorded eight attacks on reporters.
• Sandoval said the Constitution protects the right to protest only when exercised peacefully and with respect for public order.
• He added that the Transport Ministry is in talks with unions to try to prevent a Thursday transport strike that could affect Lima and Callao.