Peru’s ballot count drags on amid frustration with presidential election
The turbulent election has prompted fraud claims by candidates and frustration with the country’s chaotic politics.
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Southern Peru flooded after torrential rain
Southern Peru flooded after torrential rain
Published On 7 Mar 2026
Human rights court orders reparations for forced sterilisation case in Peru
Inter-American Court of Human Rights says Peru must pay family of woman who died as a result of forced sterilisation.
Heavy rains, deadly floods hit southern Peru; thousands seek shelter
Torrential downpours cause deadly mudslides, while more than 700 districts across country declare states of emergency.
Peru appoints Jose Maria Balcazar as president, ninth leader in a decade
The new president will serve on an interim basis until a new executive is sworn in after April’s general election.
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Peru impeaches President Jose Jeri over corruption allegations
Peru’s Congress has ousted President Jose Jeri just four months into his term over multiple corruption allegations.
Published On 18 Feb 2026
Peru’s Congress votes to impeach President Jose Jeri in government shake-up
Jeri is the latest in a series of Peruvian presidents to be removed from office by an act of Congress.
Peru to debate removal of President Jose Jeri four months into his term
The debate comes as Jeri, who is not running for re-election, faces allegations of bribery and influence-peddling.
Peru approves emergency overhaul of state oil firm Petroperu
The move opens key assets to private investment and comes as Petroperu faces mounting losses and debt.
Peruvian municipal officials say three killed in attack on informal mine
Local officials say the death toll could rise as seven people are missing following the attack on New Year’s Eve.
Train crash near Peru’s Machu Picchu kills driver, injures dozens
Train conductor killed in collision on rail line serving the famed archaeological site, authorities say.
