The United States calls on all parties to “restraint” in Peru and supports investigation into deaths

USA asked this Wednesday “moderation” and that the use of force be reduced “to a minimum” against the demonstrations in Peru, while supporting the opening of an investigation into the repression that caused dozens of deaths.

“We recognize the right to peaceful protest and the expression of grievances through democratic channels, and we call for calm, dialogue, and for all parties to exercise restraint and nonviolence,” a State Department spokesperson said.

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“We encourage the government to use minimal force to protect citizens, property, and the free movement of people and goods,” the spokesperson said.

“We support the Peruvian government’s commitment to investigate all deaths and ensure that its security forces respect law and order, in accordance with human rights and Peruvian law,” he added.

At least 40 people have been killed in violent protests in Peru since December following the ouster and arrest of former leftist president Pedro Castillo in a failed self-coup.

The prosecution claimed to have opened an investigation against his successor, President Dina Boluarte, for the repression of the protests.

Source: Elcomercio

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