Former president Pedro Castillo has been sentenced to 11 years and 5 months in prison for conspiracy to rebels after his failed 2022 attempt to dissolve Congress and rule by decree, though the court said the plan was not fully carried out

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