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Peru’s interim president quits after two protesters die

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Peru's interim president has resigned, a day after two protesters were killed during a police crackdown on demonstrations. Manuel Merino managed just a few days in post, and his departure was greeted with celebrations on the streets of the capital, Lima. (Subscribe: https://bit.ly/C4_News_Subscribe)

His predecessor Martin Vizcarra was impeached last week over bribery allegations, a move regarded by many Peruvians as a coup.

The country's top court is now trying to find a new leader to end the uncertainty - but will that quell the anger on the streets?

Warning: This report contains some distressing images.

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