Peru has declared a curfew in its Amazon jungle after dozens died and hundreds were injured in bloody clashes between security forces and indigenous tribes protesting against oil and mining projects.
Indigenous leaders and supporters said police, including some in helicopters, fired live rounds at protesters armed only with traditional wooden spears.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Peru declares curfew after bloody clashes in Amazon jungle
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