On October 15, 2025, a Peruvian court rejected prosecutors’ request to bar former President Dina Boluarte from leaving the country. The State Prosecutor’s Office had sought a 36-month travel restriction while ongoing probes examine alleged money laundering, possible illicit enrichment, and questions around luxury Rolex watches known locally as “Rolexgate.”…
In a pivotal and closely watched move, Peruvian interim president José Jeri has appointed Ernesto Álvarez, a conservative jurist and former head of the Constitutional Court, as Prime Minister. This decision comes at a fraught moment, with widespread public unrest and protests already on the horizon. The appointment signals a…
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,…
In a dramatic turn in Peruvian politics, the country’s Attorney General has requested an 18-month travel ban on former President Dina Boluarte. This push comes just days after her removal from office, and it is tied to serious ongoing investigations into allegations of corruption, money laundering, and questionable benefits related…
Public transportation in Lima, Peru, came to a near standstill on Monday, October 7, 2025, as several transport unions launched a large-scale strike. The protest was organized to demand stronger government action against rising cases of extortion targeting bus drivers and transport owners. Streets in several districts were left empty…