Peru News in English

May 12, 2026

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Good morning! It’s 12th May, and here’s your Peru daily news capsule.

Government authorizes a two billion dollar lifeline for state-owned Petroperú.

Roberto Sánchez emerges as a key candidate to challenge Keiko Fujimori for Peru's presidency.

Illegal mining deforests five hundred hectares in Tambopata, raising serious environmental concerns.

Peruvian Foreign Ministry plans evacuation for 405 citizens stranded due to blockades in Bolivia.

Tragic accident on the Panamericana Sur claims two lives; driver fled after racking up fines.

Defender of the People supports international audit of elections, emphasizing transparency.

Roberto Sánchez faces trial for alleged misappropriation of funds from Juntos por el Perú.

Dollar exchange rates fluctuate today; find out the latest buying and selling prices.

A 4.5 magnitude earthquake strikes Piura, according to the Geophysical Institute of Peru.

Cruise ship outbreak of hantavirus prompts urgent evacuations and health measures.

Trump claims U.S. ceasefire with Iran is in "intensive care," raising tensions.

Bolivia suspends trial against former president Evo Morales, issuing a capture order.

Héctor Cúper appointed as the new head coach of Universitario de Deportes.

San Martín province eliminates over nine tons of potential mosquito breeding sites amid dengue alert.

Protocols activated at Jorge Chávez Airport to identify passengers suspected of hantavirus.

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

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