Peru's interim president has resigned, a day after two people died during protests against his government. Manuel Merino, former speaker of Congress, had been in the post less than a week. He replaced President Martín Vizcarra after he was impeached on Monday over bribery allegations, which he denies. Senior politicians had called for Mr Merino's resignation after...
Full ArticlePeru's President Merino resigns after deadly crackdown on protesters
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