Paraguay Protests Over Bank Lockout Intensify Amid Impeachment Vote Progress

According to Decrypt, protests in Paraguay have continued to grow as a parliamentary vote approaches that could lead to the removal of President Peña. Demonstrators, many of whom are individuals who have saved funds through digital financial services, reported being locked out of access to their accounts at Ueno Bank. In response, some participants burned their physical cards and expressed frustration through vocal reactions such as booing when a former presidential candidate was seen entering the crowd.

The protests reflect ongoing public concern linked to the bank lockout situation. Meanwhile, Paraguay’s Congress is moving forward with procedures that could result in the impeachment and removal of President Peña. No further details about timing, vote status, or additional participants are included in the source information.