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Peru's Breaking News for Thursday, November 12, 2026.
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Pope Leo XIV approaches, comforts, blesses, and lovingly listens to Peruvian families
Pope Leo XIV listened on Wednesday to the testimonies of four Peruvians who, amid different circumstances and hardships, struggle every day to support their families and communities, drawing strength from their faith.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: Lima Metro service to be free on Monday 16th for the grand mass
Thousands of the faithful are preparing to attend the mass to be celebrated by Pope Leo XIV this Monday, November 16, at the Las Palmas Air Base, located in Santiago de Surco. To facilitate the movement of attendees, Lima Metro Line 1 will provide free service throughout the day—from 12:00 AM to 10:00 PM—allowing passengers to travel at no cost.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: His fruitful pastoral legacy in Chulucanas, Trujillo, and Chiclayo
Pope Leo XIV began his six-day apostolic visit to Peru today—the longest stop on his 2026 South American tour. This marks his long-awaited return to the nation that embraced him as one of its own for nearly 40 years of fruitful and unforgettable pastoral service—a place where the heartfelt affection shown to him by the people inspired him to become a Peruvian citizen in 2015.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Peruvian singer Deyvis Orosco is already in Las Vegas for the Latin Grammys!
Peruvian singer Deyvis Orosco has arrived in Las Vegas, United States, to take part in the grand celebration of Latin music: the 2026 Latin Grammys.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: His Holiness calls for the respect and defense of girls and women
Pope Leo XIV called on the Peruvian people today to respect, protect, defend, and value girls and women, during a gathering with the public in Lima’s Plaza de Armas.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: Mayor Renzo Reggiardo gave His Holiness the Keys to the City of Lima
This morning, Pope Leo XIV received the Keys to the City of Lima from the capital’s mayor, Renzo Reggiardo, during a brief, formal ceremony held in front of the Municipal Palace.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Team Peru concludes strong performance at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games
Team Peru concluded its participation in the IV Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, on a positive note. The team competed against top athletes from 206 countries—all governed by the International Olympic Committee—and came within a hair's breadth of winning medals.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV calls on the bishops of Peru: "Do not stop walking with the people"
Pope Leo XIV issued a call today to the bishops of Peru, urging them not to stop walking with the people. The appeal was made during a meeting held in the chapel of the Archbishop's Palace in Lima, on the second day of his apostolic visit to Peru.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru highlights legacy of Saint Rose of Lima and Saint Martin de Porres
Pope Leo XIV highlighted the legacy of Saint Rose of Lima and Saint Martin de Porres today, during a meeting with bishops held on the second day of his apostolic visit to Peru.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
PromPerú promotes investment and business opportunities in Peru to Germany
With the goal of attracting new investments and creating business opportunities between Peru and Germany, Teresa Mera, Executive President of the Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Export and Tourism (PromPerú), is carrying out a work agenda in Hamburg on November 11 and 12, as part of "Latin America Day."
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV paid homage to the Lord of Miracles at the Sanctuary of Las Nazarenas
Pope Leo XIV arrived this morning at the Sanctuary of Las Nazarenas, in the Cercado de Lima district, where he visited the sacred image of the Lord of Miracles (Señor de Los Milagros), which is the Peruvian Catholic image known worldwide.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: Nearly 2,000 faithful await his arrival in Lima’s Plaza de Armas
Nearly 2,000 faithful have been gathered since early this morning, Thursday, November 12, in Lima’s Plaza de Armas, awaiting the arrival of Pope Leo XIV. The Pope is scheduled to carry out a series of activities in the capital’s Historic Center as part of the second day of his apostolic visit to Peru.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: Devotees wait outside Church of Las Nazarenas to see him pass by
Since the early hours of today, Thursday, November 12, numerous faithful and devotees of the Señor de los Milagros (Lord of Miracles) have been gathering outside the Church of Las Nazarenas—located at the intersection of Avenida Tacna and Jirón Huancavelica in downtown Lima—in the hope of seeing Pope Leo XIV.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: See his official schedule in Lima for Thursday, November 12
On the second day of his visit to Peru, Pope Leo XIV has a full schedule today, Thursday, which includes a prayer vigil with young people and university students, to be held at the National Stadium starting at 6:00 PM.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Peru: President Fujimori's travel authorization to China and Japan made official
The Senate of the Republic on Wednesday formalized the legislative resolution authorizing President Keiko Fujimori's trip to the People's Republic of China and Japan from November 15 to 21, 2026.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV spends first night at Apostolic Nunciature; prays the Our Father
Pope Leo XIV arrived at the Apostolic Nunciature—the Vatican's diplomatic headquarters in Lima's Jesús María district—on Wednesday night, where he is spending his first night in Peru after completing the official activities scheduled for the first day of his apostolic visit to the country.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Peru: President Fujimori holds audience with Pope Leo XIV
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, held an audience with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV at the Government Palace on Wednesday evening, as part of the Holy Father's apostolic visit to Peru.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Peru's President: Pope Leo XIV's historic visit calls us to reconciliation
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stated on Wednesday evening that Pope Leo XIV's historic visit to the country is a call for national reconciliation and the search for common ground.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: I can tell you with profound gratitude I am returning to my homeland
Pope Leo XIV expressed his profound joy at returning to Peru, a country he identified as his homeland.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Peru: Pope Leo XIV leads meeting with authorities, civil society, and the diplomatic corps
Pope Leo XIV arrived at the Grand National Theater on Wednesday evening.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026