Lima

A bus driver in Lima, Perú, was assassinated with shots fired inside his vehicle. This incident occurred more than a week after President Keiko Fujimori initiated Plan Escudo aimed at curbing extortion attacks. Despite these government efforts and official reports of multiple attacks against transport, the violent crimes have not stopped.

Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope who spent nearly a decade as bishop of Chiclayo, plans an 8-to-10-day November visit to Peru covering Lima, Chiclayo, Cusco, Piura, and Pucallpa.

Argentinian President Javier Milei issued an anti-foreigner decree while in Lima, Peru on July 28, 2026. The action aims to reclaim political attention.

Two maritime incidents occurred near Oman, with a tanker struck by an unknown projectile causing engine room damage and leaving it not under command. No casualties or environmental reports were mentioned.

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported an explosion near a tanker 21 nautical miles northeast of Oman's Khasab, with no vessel damage. Earlier, a tanker was struck by an unknown projectile 11 nautical miles northeast of Lima, Oman, causing engine room damage.

A tanker was struck by an unknown projectile 11 nautical miles northeast of Lima, Oman, damaging its engine room and leaving it not under command. No casualties or environmental impact were reported, and vessels in the area are advised to exercise caution.

The article highlights multiple news stories, including Anthony Fauci’s private mockery of U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan in a 2020-2022 diary, rapper Afroman’s lawsuit against a deputy over a 2022 raid, anti-LGBTQ+ billboards in Ohio sponsored by Them Before Us, and a museum displaying soil from historical lynching sites in Ohio. It also mentions a film about Ohio’s addiction epidemic.

Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA (BVN) reported second-quarter earnings of $237.4 million with 93 cents per share profit, adjusted to 94 cents per share. Revenue reached $529 million, and shares rose 14% since January and 86% over the past year.

Peru's international air cargo volumes increased by 10.3% in May 2026, surpassing other major Latin American markets. The growth was fueled by trade with the United States and regional partners, highlighting Lima's role as a strategic logistics hub.

Peru increased its minimum wage to US$365 from US$318, doubled the Pensión 65 pension for elderly in extreme poverty, and announced infrastructure projects including Lima and Callao's Metro Line 2 and Line 3 under Fujimori's first act.

Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as Peru's president amid protests in Lima. She has pledged to crack down on crime.

Presidents from Bolivia, Paraguay, Chile, Honduras, Argentina, Uruguay, Panama, and Ecuador are attending Keiko Fujimori's inauguration in Lima for Peru's 2026-2031 presidential term. The event brings together Southern Cone and Andean leaders for the handover ceremony.

A 34-year-old OnlyFans model was found dead in a Lima, Peru apartment with her mouth taped shut; a man was present and making breakfast. Police discovered her body on Thursday.

Ten people were killed in a housefire in Lima, Peru. The fire was reportedly started by extortionists, and investigators are examining the origin and causes of the incident.

Twin earthquakes with magnitudes 5.1 and 3.7 struck the mountainous Junin region east of Lima, Peru, killing at least five people. Peruvian authorities reported the quakes.

Peru’s auto association claims Lima’s traffic congestion costs around S/30 billion annually and is urging the incoming government to implement an integral transport reform.

Keiko Fujimori, 51, is set to become Peru's first female president through the ballot box, having won on her fourth attempt after three consecutive runoff defeats. She will be sworn in on July 28, Peru's independence day, with security and national unity as key challenges.

A copper price decline and potential US refined-copper tariff caused volatility in Chile and Peru's stock markets, with Peru's market (Lima) being more vulnerable to copper price fluctuations than Chile's (Santiago).

Yoon's upheld sentence connects Seoul with Lima, Brasília, and Bogotá in a global reckoning addressing presidential impunity. The development highlights a broader trend of legal accountability for former leaders across different regions.

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.