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NStory by Tierney Flavin | Features Editor

compiled by Jasmine Cervantes | Staff Writer

Protests in Peru persist as demonstrators fight against the new President Dina Boluarte. These outbursts follow the arrest of President Pedro Castillo in December 2022 for attempting to dissolve Peru’s Congress and evade impeachment.

In recent days these protests have become increasingly violent: the death toll climbing to 55, according to USA Today. These protests are centered in the region of Ayacucho, which welcomes thousands of tourists each year. Despite its large tourist population, Ayacucho’s citizens struggle to stay afloat in its post-COVID-19 economy. Castillo spent much of his presidency serving this community.

The protests have since expanded into other parts of Peru. This includes areas of economic and social significance like Machu Picchu, which has been closed indefinitely despite its status “as one of the most important heritage sites in the world,” according to Machupicchu.org.