Overview
- Hugo de Zela, Peru’s foreign minister, confirmed that Betssy Chávez is inside the residence of Mexico’s embassy in Lima.
- The government announced the immediate rupture of diplomatic relations with Mexico, citing repeated interference by current and former Mexican leaders.
- Officials stressed that consular services for citizens of both countries will continue despite the break in diplomatic ties.
- Peru said it has not yet received formal written communication from Mexico on the asylum request and ruled out any forced entry into diplomatic premises.
- Chávez is on trial over the December 2022 events tied to Pedro Castillo, has missed multiple recent hearings, and faces potential declaration as contumacious with an order for her arrest.