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Peruvian Congress impeaches interim President José Jeri over corruption allegations

Political instability intensifies weeks before national elections.

TAS News Service

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

PERU : Peru’s Parliament voted Tuesday to impeach interim President José Jeri as he faces mounting corruption allegations, sparking further instability in the country’s already turbulent political climate.

Protesters took to the streets of Lima in support of the move, highlighting deep divisions over governance just weeks before presidential and legislative elections scheduled for April. The move reflects continued concerns about political accountability in one of South America’s most unstable democracies.

Jeri’s ouster could change Peru’s political landscape ahead of elections, with analysts suggesting rival factions may seek to consolidate power before voting day. This fundamental shift also raises questions about how Peru’s next government will address issues of corruption and public trust amid broader regional concerns over the sustainability of democracy.

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