Published Date:
10 June 2009
A PERUVIAN Indian leader charged with sedition for heading protests against Amazon development has sought refuge in Nicaragua's Embassy and is seeking asylum, the government said.
Alberto Pizango led protests that erupted in violence on Friday when police moved to break up a highway blockade manned by Indians. The clashes left dozens of people dead.
The full article contains 59 words and appears in The Scotsman newspaper.
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Last Updated:
09 June 2009 9:40 PM
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Source:
The Scotsman
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Location:
Edinburgh
