Peru’s political system is on the brink of collapse after its president was accused of a coup.

Pedro Castillo announced he was dissolving the nation’s Congress just a few hours before it was set to impeach him.

Legislators who want him out of office have alleged the peasant-turned-leader is guilty of corruption.

The national police and army have announced they do not support him, saying ‘he is alone’.

Opponents are blocking entrances to the Mexican embassy amid reports he may attempt to flee the country via there.

The president’s whereabouts is unclear but riot police are on the street to try and prevent the situation from descending into violence.

Pedro Castillo announced he was dissolving the nation’s Congress (Picture: Getty)

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Pedro Castillo dissolved parliament before it could remove him from power but has lost the support of the army.