Peru cuts ties with Mexico over asylum for ex-prime minister

Peru has severed diplomatic relations with Mexico after learning that former prime minister Betssy Chávez, accused of helping ex-president Pedro Castillo attempt a coup in 2022, has taken refuge in the Mexican embassy in Lima. Peru’s foreign minister condemned Mexico’s move as interference, while Mexico called its decision to offer asylum “legitimate” under international law. Chávez faces up to 25 years in prison if convicted.