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.
On April 5, 1992, President Alberto Fujimori, with the support of the military, announced the dissolution of the National Parliament of Peru. This move marked the beginning of an autogolpe, or self-coup, where Fujimori assumed full legislative and judicial powers. The event led to significant political changes and was met …
On April 5, 1992, President Alberto Fujimori of Peru carried out a self-coup, known as the 'fujigolpe', where he dissolved the Congress and suspended the constitution. This event led to significant political turmoil and debate within the country, with various groups and individuals expressing differing opinions on the legitimacy and …
In early 1992, the Peruvian Congress convened an extraordinary session to review legislative decrees related to national defense and pacification efforts. Despite efforts to modify and reach consensus on these decrees, tensions persisted between the executive branch, led by President Alberto Fujimori, and the opposition. The political crisis highlighted disagreements …
In 1990, Alberto Fujimori was elected President of Peru with the support of the left and the APRA. Following his election, Fujimori appointed several members from the leftist IU party to ministerial positions, which led to internal conflicts within the IU. These events highlighted the crisis and fragmentation within the …
In the midst of a widespread crisis and loss of confidence in political organizations, the 1990 presidential elections in Peru resulted in the victory of Alberto Fujimori, an independent candidate. Fujimori's administration faced significant challenges, including an economic crisis and the threat of subversion, which he addressed by relying on …
In 1987, the political landscape in Peru, particularly within San Marcos University, was marked by significant turmoil and division. The leftist party Patria Roja experienced a split, leading to the formation of a dissident faction called FER Bolchevique, which engaged in violent clashes with the main party. This period was …
In 1979, Peru faced a political crisis that led to the drafting and implementation of a new constitution. This period was marked by significant political and social changes, as the country sought to address issues of governance and human rights. The new constitution aimed to provide a framework for political …
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