02:29Student protesters clashed with police using tear gas and water cannons during a fresh protest against Chilean President Sebastian Pinera in Santiago on Friday.
Protesters gathered at Plaza de la Dignidad and marched through the Merced street, demanding Pinera resign.
As demonstrators were clashing with police, Pinera declared a ban on public events with more than 500 people in attempt to curb the spread of coronavirus. It remains to be seen how the decision will affect the rallies against the president planned for the weekend.
Chile: Students clash with police at fresh rally against President Pinera
Student protesters clashed with police using tear gas and water cannons during a fresh protest against Chilean President Sebastian Pinera in Santiago on Friday.
Protesters gathered at Plaza de la Dignidad and marched through the Merced street, demanding Pinera resign.
As demonstrators were clashing with police, Pinera declared a ban on public events with more than 500 people in attempt to curb the spread of coronavirus. It remains to be seen how the decision will affect the rallies against the president planned for the weekend.
Student protesters clashed with police using tear gas and water cannons during a fresh protest against Chilean President Sebastian Pinera in Santiago on Friday.
Protesters gathered at Plaza de la Dignidad and marched through the Merced street, demanding Pinera resign.
As demonstrators were clashing with police, Pinera declared a ban on public events with more than 500 people in attempt to curb the spread of coronavirus. It remains to be seen how the decision will affect the rallies against the president planned for the weekend.