Complete database of events related to the internal armed conflict in Peru, extracted from the Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (CVR). 5,159 events documented from 1817 to 2003.
In 1992, Abimael Guzmán, the leader of the Shining Path (PCP-SL), was captured, marking a significant turning point in the internal armed conflict in Peru. This event led to a gradual decrease in armed actions, which were mostly concentrated in urban areas, and a focused persistence of conflict in specific …
In 1992, the Peruvian government implemented a new military offensive against the PCP-SL, including operations like 'Bolsón Cuchara'. A significant aspect of this strategy was the introduction of the 'Law of Repentance', which allowed members of subversive groups to surrender and reintegrate into society with reduced or nullified penalties. This …
In October 1991, Bishop Cipriani wrote an article addressing the issue of violence in Peru and the role of the Church in achieving peace. He proposed measures such as moralizing the judiciary and police, ensuring security for judges, and regulating the state of emergency. Cipriani emphasized the Church's role in …
In July 1991, the Peruvian government and major political parties signed a National Political Agreement aimed at pacifying the country. This agreement included the design of a democratic and comprehensive counter-subversive strategy, emphasizing the importance of maintaining human rights. However, tensions between the executive and legislative branches intensified, leading to …
In May 1991, the Peruvian government under President Alberto Fujimori proposed a public pacification plan emphasizing constitutional norms and human rights. This initiative was part of broader negotiations with the United States to secure international financial support and reduce narcotics flow. The proposal was presented at the 'Mesa de Paz', …
In the region of San Martín, Peru, autonomous peasant patrols were formed in response to subversive threats. These patrols were initially independent but later had to adapt to the military's creation of defense committees. The Office of Prelature Social Action (OPASM) played a significant role in organizing workshops on human …
In October 1988, the Peruvian Senate approved a comprehensive report by a special commission tasked with interpreting the causes of political violence and proposing pacification strategies. The report included 18 recommendations, such as seeking a National Agreement for Peace and developing an integrated anti-subversive strategy based on national reconciliation. The …
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