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Brazil and Mexico were eliminated from World Cup 2026, while Argentina and Colombia advanced. Political developments continued across Latin American cities including Lima and La Paz.

The far-right candidates in Peru and Colombia's presidential elections secured victory with significant support from expatriate voters. The Peruvian National Office of Electoral Processes oversaw vote counting in Lima on June 9, 2026, for the second round of the election.

Keiko Fujimori, a conservative politician, won Peru’s presidential runoff election according to electoral authorities. The declaration was made by official sources in Lima, Peru.

The Karnataka Government aims to declare Lima and Bengaluru as sister cities to strengthen Bengaluru's connections with Peru in trade, education, and health sectors.

Roberto Sánchez, a presidential candidate from Juntos por el Perú, accused the runoff election of an ongoing fraud and stated he would not recognize a government led by Keiko Fujimori. He also announced a protest in Lima to defend what he claims is the popular will expressed through voting.

Peru’s June 7 runoff election ended with a near dead heat between Roberto Sánchez and Keiko Fujimori. Trailing candidate Sánchez is leading a protest in Lima on June 19, calling it a defense of the vote.

Left-wing candidate Roberto Sánchez called a protest in Lima against the result of Peru's presidential runoff, which makes right-wing Keiko Fujimori the virtual winner. Fujimori leads Sánchez by 44,101 votes with 99.51% of tally sheets counted, though no official winner has been declared as electoral justice considers challenges.

The vote count for the Peru presidential runoff election could take between two weeks to the end of June 2026. Media reported on the ongoing vote counting process outside the headquarters of the Popular Force political party in Lima.

Peru’s presidential runoff election has a narrow gap of less than 20,000 votes between Roberto Sánchez and Keiko Fujimori with 96% of ballots counted. The winner will become Peru’s ninth president in 10 years, with final results expected within 30 days. Both candidates are associated with controversial former leaders, and voter concerns include rising crime linked to illegal gold mining.

Peru's bonds decreased as the election result remains uncertain, with electoral officials and military members present at a polling station in Lima during the runoff election.

Peruvians are voting in a presidential runoff between Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez amid concerns over rising crime. The election, their ninth in a decade, sees both candidates linked to controversial political legacies, with voters undecided on crime-fighting strategies.

The article discusses where tap water is safe to drink in Latin America, highlighting cities like Santiago, Montevideo, Mexico, Lima, and Brazil, along with health habits to stay safe. It emphasizes regional variations in tap water safety and practical tips for travelers.

Peru's presidential candidates Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez closed their campaigns in Lima on Thursday before thousands of supporters, three days ahead of a runoff election. Fujimori emphasized unity and reconciliation, while Sánchez focused on ending chaos and anti-fujimorismo.

Peru's presidential run-off features conservative Keiko Fujimori and leftist Roberto Sanchez in a tight race marked by mutual accusations of communism and dictatorship, driven by voter anger over rising crime and political instability. Both candidates held final campaign events in Lima ahead of the Sunday vote, with supporters claiming their opponents would ruin the country.

Peruvian shamans conducted a blessing ritual for presidential candidates Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez ahead of the June 6 runoff. The ritual, held on Herradura Beach in Lima, used traditional items like coca leaves and palo santo, with shamans stating the goal is to ensure the 'best candidate' represents Peru. The election follows years of political instability, with nine presidents in a decade.

Hundreds of demonstrators in Lima protested against Keiko Fujimori’s candidacy, fearing she would continue her father’s authoritarian regime. Fujimori led the first round of Peru’s presidential election and will face Roberto Sánchez in the June 7 runoff.

Thousands of demonstrators in Lima, Peru, protested Keiko Fujimori's presidential bid. The protests reflect public opposition to her candidacy.

Peru has extended a halt on anchovy fishing due to the El Niño threat, which is impacting marine ecosystems. The decision aims to protect anchovy populations off the coast of Lima.

Peru has postponed the announcement of election results until Sunday. The general elections voting took place in Lima on April 13. Voters cast their ballots at polling stations.

A leftist candidate in Peru, Roberto Sánchez, advocates for new mining regulations. He discussed this during an interview at his party's headquarters in Lima on April 21. Peru is a major copper producer, making mining a critical issue.

Peru's presidential election results were delayed due to logistical issues, prompting a one-day voting extension for over 52,000 Lima residents and some abroad. The election faces challenges including crime and corruption, with 35 candidates vying for the presidency amid a divided electorate.

Peru's voters face confusion due to giant ballot sheets and obscure candidates during elections. Supporters of Rafael López Aliaga gathered at a campaign rally in Manchay district, Lima, highlighting the challenges in the voting process.