The Senate of Paraguay rejects Santiago Peña's request for an extension and paves the way for impeachment over the banking scandal

The political crisis in Paraguay intensified as resigning President Santiago Peña requested more time to prepare for his impeachment trial, which the Senate denied. Peña argued that less than twelve hours was insufficient for a proper defense, having received the accusation documents late the previous night. Congressional President Basilio Núñez supported Peña's request but criticized the decision to reject his resignation. The crisis escalated following the collapse of Ueno Bank, leading to protests from depositors accusing Peña of corruption. Peña, who had ties to the bank's owners, faces mounting pressure as the political situation unfolds.