Peruvian Congress Votes on Amnesty Bill Amidst Outcry

Peruvian Congress Debates Controversial Amnesty Bill: Experts and Victims' Families Weigh In Lima, Peru – A proposed bill in the Peruvian Congress seeking amnesty for military and police personnel implicated in human rights abuses between 1980 and 2000 has sparked intense debate. The Public Ministry has declared the bill unconstitutional. Initial opposition from the Ombudsman's office was later withdrawn, raising concerns about the potential impact on justice. "This bill is a blatant attempt to shield those responsible for horrific human rights violations from accountability," stated Gisela Ortiz, a representative of victims' families. Legal expert Humberto Abanto echoed these concerns, emphasizing the bill's incompatibility with Peru's constitution. The outcome of the bill remains uncertain, but its passage would have profound consequences for the country's pursuit of justice and reconciliation. The debate underscores the ongoing struggle to address the legacy of violence in Peru and the importance of upholding the rule of law.