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At least 14 people have been killed, scores wounded and buildings damaged in a powerful earthquake that shook Peru and Ecuador Saturday, Ecuador's presidency said.
The government of Peru has expanded a nationwide state of emergency across several regions as the country remains entangled in a deadly political crisis.
Peruvian lawmakers are to start debating whether the country should hold early elections this year amid raging protests against President Dina Boluarte.
Hundreds of anti-government protesters have taken to the streets in the Peruvian capital again, facing down police in riot gear and tear gas.
Legislators in unrest-hit Peru have called for the impeachment of President Dina Boluarte, as anti-government rallies are still underway, with protesters demanding her resignation.
Thousand of Peruvians have once again taken to the streets in the capital, Lima, to demand the resignation of President Dina Boluarte, hours after she called for a "truce" following almost two months of violent protests.
Peru's riot police have fired tear gas canisters to disperse anti-government protesters demanding ouster of President Dina Boluarte and return of her predecessor Pedro Castillo, as violent protests rage on in the capital.
Peruvian authorities have shut down the country's major tourist attractions, including the Incan citadel of Machu Picchu and the Inca trail, as anti-government protests rage on across the country.
Dozens of Peruvians have been injured following police clashes with protesters during anti-government protests that are sprawling across the country.
Stone-throwing protesters fought pitched battles with police at fresh demonstrations demanding the resignation of Peruvian President Dina Boluarte on Friday, while several hundred tourists were left stranded near Machu Picchu.