South America
Paraguay· AsunciónParaguay President Santiago Peña faces impeachment over Ueno Bank collapse
President Santiago Peña is facing impeachment proceedings and protests following the collapse of Ueno Bank, which left millions without access to their savings.
Quorum · collective opinions
Paraguay President Santiago Peña faces impeachment over Ueno Bank collapse
First report 11h agoLast update 27m agoCitizens are expressing anger and demanding accountability due to the bank's collapse and the impact on their savings.
Lawmakers are proceeding with impeachment trials against President Peña, refusing to accept his resignation and seeking to strip him of immunity.
President Peña announced his resignation in response to the banking crisis and protests, citing the country's stability.
The Senate rejected President Peña's request for a 72-hour extension and restricted the use of official aircraft during the impeachment process.
There are claims that the President and his associates were involved in a Ponzi scheme that led to the bank's collapse and the loss of savings.
Paraguay President Santiago Peña faces impeachment over Ueno Bank collapse
First report 12h agoLast update 1h agoCitizens and lawmakers are demanding impeachment and accountability for President Peña due to his alleged involvement and negligence in the Ueno Bank crisis.
Protesters are demonstrating in Asunción against the banking crisis and the freezing of citizens' savings, clashing with police.
Paraguay President Santiago Peña faces impeachment over Ueno Bank collapse
First report 6h agoLast update 1h agoProtesters and lawmakers are demanding impeachment and prosecution of President Peña and his associates for alleged negligence and involvement in a Ponzi scheme leading to the bank's collapse.
Some reports suggest claims of political persecution related to the events.
iWitness comments
No comments yet — be the first to weigh in.