Paraguay Police Arrest Ex-President After Impeachment: Report

Paraguay Police Arrest Ex-President After...

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Paraguayan authorities placed former President Santiago Peña under house arrest following his impeachment amid a financial crisis linked to the collapse of digital bank ueno. He remains detained while prosecutors determine final charges, with police securing his residence against protesters.

Key takeaways

  • Former President Santiago Peña was placed under house arrest immediately after his impeachment.
  • The political crisis was triggered by the collapse of the digital bank ueno.
  • Prosecutors are currently determining the final charges against the former president.
  • Police maintained a security cordon around Peña's residence during the detention.

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