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Abimael Guzman, head of Peruvian rebel group Shining Path, dies
Imprisoned rebel leader, who had been ill in recent months, died at the age of 86.
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Peru’s government presents budget for next fiscal year
The prime minister said the budget’s priority would be to guarantee better living conditions for all Peruvians.
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Shining Path founder Abimael Guzman’s remains to be cremated
The remains of the man who founded one of Latin America's most violent rebel groups - the Shining Path - will be cremated.
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At least 14 killed in Peru attack before presidential election
Deadly attack in remote region of Peru known for coca production comes less than two weeks before presidential runoff.
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Peru’s COVID crisis: ‘Almost all Peruvians know someone who died’
Cocktail of factors, from poverty to a crumbling public health system, push Peru atop global per capita death rankings.
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Thousands of migrants cross into Chile despite border controls
Chile's economy has rebounded more quickly from the pandemic than its neighbours, and many hope to find work there, but Chile's government says they are not welcome.
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Politically weary Peruvians to elect new president and Congress
The April 11 vote comes as Peru is grappling with a coronavirus surge and years of political scandals.
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Peru votes in ‘most fragmented elections in history’
Peruvians, hard hit by COVID pandemic and political scandals, will cast ballots on Sunday for next president and Congress.
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Far-left candidate leads Peru into run-off presidential polls
Leftist Castillo in lead with 16 percent of the vote after surprise comeback as Peru deals with economic, COVID crises.
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Peru’s COVID-19 crisis in spotlight ahead of election
There is a week to go to Peru's general election, but with the country in the middle of its worst health crisis in decades, many Peruvians are simply not interested.
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Ecuador health minister steps down over COVID vaccine roll-out
Juan Carlos Zevallos is latest government official in South America to resign over coronavirus vaccine scandals.
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Venezuelan migrants risk lives to cross into Chile
Refugees from crisis-hit Venezuela are now risking their lives by attempting to cross the mountainous land border to get to Chile.
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Peru’s ex-president sought COVID jab out of turn, doctor says
Scandal over government officials receiving vaccines early continues to roil the South American nation.
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Peru COVID-19: Healthcare workers announce nationwide strike
In Peru, healthcare workers went on strike demanding better work conditions.
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Peru deploys army on border with Ecuador to slow spread of COVID
Peru deploys its military to block migrants from Ecuador in an attempt to contain the spread of Coronavirus.
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Peru: UNESCO site under threat from squatters
Ancient city risks losing World Heritage status due to squatters.
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Latin America's poorest hit by economic fallout of COVID-19
Concerns that remote communities in Latin America could face major challenges accessing coronavirus vaccines.
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Peru names Francisco Sagasti as third president in a week
Peru’s political crisis appears on verge of resolution as Congress choses centrist legislator as interim president.
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‘I’m so tired of this’: Peru youth vow to remain on the streets
Mass protests have erupted across Peru this week after the country’s Congress removed President Martin Vizcarra.
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Peru’s interim president Merino resigns after protesters killed
Manuel Merino announces resignation after a night of protests demanding his removal in which two died, dozens wounded.
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Peru reopens Machu Picchu to tourists after 8-month COVID closure
The crown jewel of Peru's tourist sites reopens after nearly eight months of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Peru swears in president Manuel Merino amid political turmoil
Mass protests across Peru after Martin Vizcarra removed as president and Manuel Merino sworn in as interim president.
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Cautious optimism in Peru as rate of COVID infections falls
Authorities say there is no room for complacency as the recorded numbers fall.
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Peru’s interim president resigns after deadly protests
Manuel Merino has resigned after deadly protests and a mass resignation from his cabinet.