Peru

Lima (Rajeev Sharma): A tragic plane crash near Peru's iconic Nazca Lines claimed the lives of all 13 people on board after a sightseeing aircraft carrying European tourists went down shortly after departure, authorities said on Saturday. The aircraft, operated by Peruvian aviation company Aerodiana, had taken off from Ica for a scenic tour over the ancient desert geoglyphs before crashing into an open field near the city of Nazca. Emergency teams rushed to the site, but there were no survivors. Peru's Ministry of Transport confirmed that the victims included seven Italian tourists, two Spanish nationals, two German visitors, along…

LIMA (Rajeev Sharma): A wave of youth-led protests in Peru demanding President Jose Jarry’s resignation has turned violent, resulting in the death of a 32-year-old demonstrator and injuries to more than 100 individuals, according to official sources. The unrest, sparked by frustrations over economic inequality and lack of social reforms, has been growing for weeks. The latest protest, organized largely by young activists from the so-called Gen Z movement, saw thousands pour into the streets in a coordinated nationwide action. Tragedy struck when Eduardo Ruiz, a local hip-hop artist known for his activism, was fatally shot during a large rally.…