Parade to commemorate 204th anniv. of Peru's independence held in Lima

Peru held a grand parade in Lima to commemorate the 204th anniversary of its independence in the capital city of Lima on Tuesday.

Preluded by cultural performances and the appearance of civilian delegations, the parade officially kicked off with phalanxes from the Peruvian Army, Navy, and Air Forces, with the National Police marching in succession. Firefighters, medical workers, and representatives from various government departments also joined the parade in formations.

The nearly four-hour-long event drew tens of thousands of spectators from across the country.

Peruvian President Dina Boluarte attended the parade.

Parade to commemorate 204th anniv. of Peru's independence held in Lima

Parade to commemorate 204th anniv. of Peru's independence held in Lima

The death toll in the war-ravaged Gaza Strip has risen to 71,441 since the conflict between Hamas and Israel erupted on Oct 7, 2023, with the number of injuries reaching 171,329, said Gaza's health authorities on Thursday.

In the past 24 hours, hospitals in Gaza received two bodies, according to the health authorities.

Since the ceasefire agreement took effect on Oct 11, 2025, Israeli attacks have killed 451 people and wounded 1,251 others in the Gaza Strip.

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 71,439: health authorities