Peru's Amnesty Law Sparks Outrage: Victim's Testimony Highlights Unresolved Suffering

Forced Sterilization Survivor Condemns Peru's Amnesty Law: 'My Husband Has No Value?' Peru is grappling with the aftermath of a controversial Amnesty Law, designed to pardon those involved in past human rights abuses. The law has sparked widespread protests and outrage, particularly among victims of forced sterilizations during the country's internal conflict. Dionicia Calderón, a victim of these forced sterilizations, gave a powerful interview, expressing her anger and frustration at the proposed amnesty. "Los militares son pobrecitos, los militares son viejitos, ¿pero mi esposo no tiene valor?" she exclaimed, questioning why the law prioritizes the well-being of elderly military personnel over the suffering of victims like herself. Calderón's husband was murdered during the conflict, and she remains deeply affected by the lack of justice. Calderón's testimony underscores the deep divisions within Peruvian society regarding the Amnesty Law. While some argue it is necessary for national reconciliation, others see it as a betrayal of victims and an attempt to shield perpetrators from accountability. Her words serve as a poignant reminder of the human cost of past violence and the ongoing struggle for justice in Peru.