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Peru Comes Under Emergency Rule Again | President José Jerí announced a 30-day state of emergency in the capital Lima and the neighbouring province of Callao, on Tuesday, October 21, effective immediately after midnight. According to media reports, the decree, approved by the Council of Ministers, allows the armed forces to assist police in maintaining order. (Image: AP)

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Rising Crime Triggers Drastic Action | Peru has witnessed a sharp rise in killings, extortion, and violent attacks in recent years. Police data cited by the Associated Press (AP) showed 1,690 homicides between January and September 2025, compared to 1,502 during the same period in 2024, underscoring the worsening security crisis. (Image: Reuters)

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President Jerí Promises “Offence” Against Crim

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