Peru is in the throes of a political and security crisis. The removal of President Dina Boluarte has ushered in a new administration under José Jerí, who faces the dual challenge of restoring political stability and combating a surge of violence across the country. This change marks Peru’s seventh president…
Russia has framed Peru’s leadership transition as an internal affair, extending best wishes to newly sworn-in President José Jerí. The message underscores respect for Peruvian sovereignty and signals continuity in bilateral relations as Lima navigates a sensitive political handover following the impeachment of Dina Boluarte on October 10, 2025. How…
Peru has entered a pivotal political moment. Spurred by Generation Z and younger workers, a surge of chants, banners, and street marches has forced a leadership shift in Lima. On October 10, 2025, Dina Boluarte was removed from office, and José Jerí, age 38, became the country’s seventh president in…
Within hours of being sworn in, José Jerí, Peru’s new interim president, ordered unprecedented nationwide prison raids aimed directly at crippling criminal networks that have penetrated the country’s penitentiary system. This early move has been framed as a cornerstone of his administration’s security agenda. The Operation- When, Where, and How…
On October 14, 2025, Peru’s new President José Jerí officially swore in a transition cabinet designed to restore public security, stabilize the economy, and guide the country toward general elections in April 2026 with a handover on July 28, 2026. The new team blends legal, security, economic, and diplomatic expertise,…
Peru’s asparagus business is showing surprising trends in 2025: while they are exporting more by volume, their total export value hasn’t grown much. How did that happen? And what challenges lie ahead? In this article, we will walk through Peru’s asparagus export story in 2025—the highs, lows, and what it…
Inca Trail: When people think of Peru, they often picture the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu. But there is so much more waiting off the beaten path. From remote highlands to river jungles, there are hidden places full of magic and culture. In this article, we’ll explore five lesser-known wonders…
Imagine a church collapsing in the middle of a busy parish, leaving people with no proper place to worship. That was the reality in Olmos, Peru, when heavy rains destroyed the historic Santo Domingo de Guzmán church. But thanks to a generous fund from Chicago’s archdiocese, the church rose again.…
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease can be challenging, emotional, and sometimes overwhelming. That’s why local support groups play such an important role. The Illinois Valley Alzheimer’s Caring Friends Support Group is organizing a meeting to bring together caregivers, families, and community members who want to understand more about Alzheimer’s…
Peru is facing a serious change. The government is trying to remove protections for Indigenous peoples and their lands. Critics say these changes could cause big harm—not just to the environment, but to human rights. In this article, I’ll explain what is happening, why it worries many people, and what…
