Peru News
Peru's Breaking News for Friday, June 26, 2026.
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Peru's Blue Helmets head to Africa, marking 10 years in peacekeeping missions
A total of 180 members of the Armed Forces, comprising the 11th Contingent of the Peru Engineering Company, are preparing to deploy on July 7 to the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA).
Fri, 26 Jun 2026
Peru and UK join forces to conserve ancient Shihuahuaco trees using AI
Since June 24, Peru has a new technological tool to strengthen the conservation of its forests, particularly the ancient Shihuahuaco trees.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026
Peru 2026 Elections: EU EOM rejects fraud claims without evidence
The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) on Thursday rejected the narrative alleging election fraud without evidence, following Peru's presidential runoff election.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
2026 Elections: These are Peru's new Andean Parliament representatives
The National Elections Board (JNE) on Thursday proclaimed the results of the 2026 General Elections for the Senate and Andean Parliament.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Peru 2026 Elections: Learn about the Senate's main functions
Following the official proclamation of results by the National Elections Board (JNE) on Thursday, the Senate, the Chamber of Deputies, and the Andean Parliament have been constituted.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Peru 2026 Elections: Here is how the Senate is composed
Following the official proclamation of results by the National Elections Board (JNE), find out here who the 60 senators of the bicameral Congress to be installed on July 27 are.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Peru 2026 Election: Runoff results expected to be officially declared on July 3
National Elections Board (JNE) Chairman Roberto Burneo on Thursday estimated that the second-round election results would be officially declared on Friday, July 3, marking the completion of the final milestone in the 2026 General Elections.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Peru: Colonial records reveal Afro-descendants' healing practices in 18th century
Judicial records from the colonial period preserve testimonies that make it possible to reconstruct healing practices carried out by enslaved and freed people of African descent in Callao, Peru, during the 18th century.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Peru: BCR projects record US$118 billion in exports for 2026
The Central Reserve Bank (BCR) on Thursday projected that exports would reach a historic record of US$118.171 billion by the end of this year, surpassing the US$90.082 billion registered in 2025.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Peru offers humanitarian aid to Venezuela, expresses condolences over deaths
The Peruvian Government expressed its condolences to the people of Venezuela over the loss of life caused by the earthquakes that struck the South American country last Wednesday.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Peru: Court orders transfer of Toledo's four properties, bank account to State
After granting an asset forfeiture claim, the Second Permanent Court Specialized in Asset Forfeiture in Lima ordered the transfer to the Peruvian State of four properties and a bank account belonging to former President Alejandro Toledo, his wife Eliane Karp, and his mother-in-law Eva Rose Fernenbug.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Peru: Mining investment to approach US$6.3 billion in 2026
Mining investment in Peru will reach nearly US$6.3 billion by the end of 2026, reflecting investors' confidence in the South American country, Energy and Mines Minister Waldir Ayasta stated.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
BCR forecasts record Peru's trade surplus of nearly US$50 billion in 2026
The Central Reserve Bank (BCR) projected that the country's trade surplus would reach almost US$50 billion by the end of this year, driven by higher terms-of-trade projections.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Peru: Inti Raymi reenactments thrill Cusco residents, visitors at three venues
Cusco residents, cusqueñistas (Cusco cultural enthusiasts), and visitors from around the world were thrilled by the Inti Raymi reenactments at its three sacred venues on Wednesday.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Peru's Inti Raymi: How this festival shapes Cusco's identity and inspires pride
The celebration of Inti Raymi, the magnificent Festival of the Sun—the largest event of Cusco's jubilee month and one of the most important festivities on Peru's tourism calendar—invites us to explore how this ceremony forms part of Cusco's identity and inspires pride among its people.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026
Peru: 'El Monstruo' sentenced to 35 years in prison for kidnapping two businessmen
The Second Transitional Collegiate Criminal Court of the Lima North Superior Court of Justice sentenced Erick Moreno, alias "El Monstruo" (The Monster), to 35 years in prison for planning and directing the kidnapping of two businesspeople and their family members in Lima's Comas district.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026
Peru: President Balcazar attends Constitutional Court's 30th anniversary event
The President of the Republic, Jose Maria Balcazar, took part Wednesday in the ceremony marking the 30th anniversary of the Constitutional Court (TC), as part of his official activities.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026
Peru's PM: All sectors are preparing contingency plans in response to El Niño
Prime Minister Luis Arroyo on Wednesday reported that the Executive Branch, through its various sectors, is preparing contingency plans to address El Niño, heavy rainfall, and emergencies associated with this climate phenomenon.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026
Peru and UK join forces to conserve ancient Shihuahuaco trees using AI
Starting today, Peru has a new technological tool to strengthen the conservation of its forests, particularly the ancient Shihuahuaco trees.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026
Peru: Presidency of Republic highlights Inti Raymi celebration
The Presidency of the Republic on Wednesday highlighted the significance of the Inti Raymi festival for the country, celebrated in Cusco today, June 24.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026