Latin America
Former Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra Sentenced to 14 Years for Corruption
A Peruvian court has sentenced former President Martin Vizcarra to 14 years in prison for accepting hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes while serving as governor of Moquegua. The ruling adds another former head of state to the growing list of Peruvian presidents convicted or detained on corruption charges.
Peru Ends Diplomatic Relations With Mexico
Peru severed diplomatic ties with Mexico after its government granted asylum to former Prime Minister Betssy Chávez, who is facing rebellion charges tied to Pedro Castillo’s 2022 attempt to dissolve Congress. The decision marks the most serious escalation in a relationship already strained by years of political friction