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Chile Rocked By Violent Protests

Chile's government has extended a state of emergency from Santiago to other cities after riots, looting and violent protests broke out over the weekend.

The demonstrations started after an increase in public transport prices but are now about wider grievances.

Host Tonya Mosley speaks with the BBC's Jane Chambers (@ritoque3) in Santiago.

This BBC interview can be heard in the Here & Now podcast or with the WBUR app.

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