Peru News in English

Good morning! It’s 8th May, and here’s your Peru daily news capsule.

The Justice Ministry labels claims of a pardon for Pedro Castillo as false and misleading.

The ONPE confirms that voting tables in remote areas have been operational since 2006.

With 98.5% of results in, just over 22,000 votes separate the second and third places.

Piero Corvetto responds to accusations of lying, asserting he has always told the truth.

The Ombudsman states there’s no solid evidence of electoral fraud, but questions remain.

Congress has disqualified Delia Espinoza for ten years after her whistleblowing on military pay.

The MML has filed a precautionary measure to suspend the JNE's decision on elections.

The Judicial Power rejects the preliminary detention request against Piero Corvetto and others.

Rafael López Aliaga threatens a march if the JNE president declares a second round.

Traffic congestion has caused significant delays for users on the Ramiro Prialé highway.

The WHO dismisses concerns of a hantavirus outbreak turning into a major epidemic.

The U.S. conducts self-defense strikes against Iranian military sites amid escalating tensions.

Siderperu halts a major project in Chimbote due to uncertainties surrounding a Chinese initiative.

The Real Madrid faces internal turmoil as disciplinary actions are taken against Valverde and Tchouaméni.

The Ministry of Health warns that anemia in adolescents often goes unnoticed and urges awareness.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!