Paraguay president Peña removed through impeachment over abuse of office, placed under house arrest

President Santiago Peña of the South American country Paraguay has been removed from office through impeachment. He was ousted on charges of financial irregularities linked to a banking crisis and abuse of office.

He was accused of misappropriating bank savings. After being removed from office, Peña has been placed under house arrest.

Following Peña's removal, Vice President Pedro Alliana has taken charge as the new president.

The leadership change in Paraguay comes after the president was impeached and removed in a case linked to the banking crisis.