Peru

Summary Mexico and Peru have formally restored diplomatic relations, ending a crisis that began when former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chavarria sought asylum in the Mexican embassy in November 2025. The two countries have resumed diplomatic personnel exchanges after months of severed relations, marking an important repair in Latin American diplomatic relations. Details According to BBC reporting, the diplomatic rupture stemmed from a political asylum dispute in late 2025. Former Peruvian PM Chavarria entered the Mexican embassy seeking asylum while facing domestic political charges, prompting strong objections from the Peruvian government. Both countries subsequently withdrew ambassadors and downgraded diplomatic levels. ...

A small tourist plane crashed while flying over Peru’s Nazca Lines archaeological site, killing all 13 people on board. Authorities are investigating the cause.

Keiko Fujimori was inaugurated as Peru’s president after three previous election defeats, winning by a narrow margin. Her victory marks the continuation of Latin America’s rightward political shift while bringing uncertainty to Peru’s future policy direction.

Two consecutive earthquakes strike Peru’s Andes region, killing at least 6 and injuring 21. Hundreds displaced as rescue operations face severe challenges in remote mountainous terrain.

Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori has been declared the winner of Peru’s presidential election runoff held on June 7, defeating left-wing candidate Roberto Sánchez with 50.135% to 49.865%. This marks her fourth presidential bid and represents a significant shift toward the right in Latin American politics.

[Brief] She Was First Lady at 19; Now Making Fourth Attempt at Peru’s Presidency According to CNN, a Peruvian politician who became first lady at the age of 19 is making her fourth attempt at winning the country’s presidency. The race is highly competitive, with security and instability emerging as the top concerns for voters. Analysts note that voter dissatisfaction in Peru has created opportunities for multiple candidates, but the country’s long-standing political turbulence remains the greatest source of uncertainty. ...