A magnitude 6,7 earthquake shaked Peru's southern Andes, adding to logistic difficulties after days of severe weather cut off the South by air and land; thousands are stranded in Arequipa and Tacna as landslides blocked the vital Pan-American Highway

Armed Forces will support police operations on the streets, on public transport, and in prisons; the announcement was done by newly elected President Keiko Fujimori as a measure to combat crime, one of her government's top priorities

1,9 million domestic tourists are expected to travel in Peru during the long weekend 25-29 July, a key season; Cusco, Arequipa and Ica are the most popular destinations, with hotels already reporting occupancy rates of up to 90%

The Feast of Saint John 2026 was celebrated with the usual trips to beaches and lagoons in the Peruvian Amazon; tourist attractions that count on the large influx of the celebration have extended their opening hours to accommodate visitors

Perupez was awarded the Marine Stewardship Council certification; the result is seen as a turning point, paving the way for other Peruvian fishing companies to access new markets and top-tier international restaurants with their seafood products