Pressure rose on Peru's fledgling government Friday as two cabinet members resigned following deadly protests.

The temporary detention of former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo in prison has been extended to 18 months, amid escalating diplomatic disputes with leftist countries.

As Peru's defense minister declared a nationwide state of emergency on Wednesday, unrest continued with protesters demanding the closure of Congress and the resignation of President Boluarte in different parts of the country.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories, 02:00 GMT on December 15, 2022.

Peru's defense minister announces a nationwide state of emergency, which will take effect in the next few hours and allow soldiers to assist police in maintaining public safety after a week of fiery protests.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories, 02:00 GMT on December 13, 2022.

Seven people die in protests over the ouster of Peru’s former president, Pedro Castillo.

New clashes break out between Peru’s police and supporters of ousted President Pedro Castillo, leaving two people killed.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories, 01:00 GMT on December 12, 2022.

Peru’s newest president, Dina Boluarte, swears in her cabinet on Saturday just three days after becoming the country’s first female head of state.