Peru Election

Peruvians protest amid tensions over election result hold-up

Uncertainty over the June 6 vote mounts as supporters of socialist Pedro Castillo and right-wing rival Keiko Fujimori take out rallies.

Peru heads to polls to elect new president amid Covid-19 concerns

Hernando de Soto, a liberal economist, and leftist professor Pedro Castillo, have both edged to the front of the pack following late gains in support, according to the latest opinion poll.

Dozens wounded in Peru as protesters and police clash amid political crisis

A Peruvian judge banned ousted president Martin Vizcarra from leaving the country days after his dismissal by Congress as the country's political crisis continues.

Kuczynski leads Peru's presidential election

With more than 98.7 percent of ballots counted, Pedro Pablo Kuczynski has gained over 50 percent of the votes while his opponent Keiko Fujimori has 49.83 percent.