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Leftist Roberto Sanchez takes lead in Peru's razor-thin presidential runoff

Leftist Roberto Sanchez takes lead in Peru's razor-thin presidential runoff Leftist canditate Roberto Sanchez pulled into the lead in Peru's presidential runoff on Monday, overtaking conservative Keiko Fujimori by a razor-thin margin. Fewer than 4,300 votes separate Sanchez from Fujimori, who has already tried and failed to reach the presidency three times. Leftist Roberto Sanchez pulled ahead in Peru's presidential runoff on Monday, overtaking conservative Keiko Fujimori for the first time...

Peru’s Sanchez visits jailed ex-president as votes are counted

Peru's Sanchez visits jailed ex-president as votes are counted Peru’s Sanchez visits jailed ex-president as votes are counted Peruvian presidential candidate Roberto Sanchez visited jailed former president Pedro Castillo as officials counted ballots from the closely contested runoff election against conservative rival Keiko Fujimori. Published On 8 Jun 2026

Peru set for presidential vote between conservative Fujimori and leftist Sanchez

Peru set for presidential vote between conservative Fujimori and leftist Sanchez Polls open for the final round of Peru's presidential elections on Sunday with voters set to choose the country's ninth leader in 10 years. Following a first-round vote marred by logistical problems and fraud allegations, voters will choose between conservative Keiko Fujimori and leftist Roberto Sanchez. Peruvians will choose on Sunday their ninth president in 10 years, in a tight runoff election between...

Peru polls open in Keiko Fujimori, Roberto Sanchez presidential runoff

Peru polls open in Keiko Fujimori, Roberto Sanchez presidential runoff Race between right-wing Fujimori, leftwing Sanchez follows first round of voting marred by logistical issues. Polls have opened in Peru’s presidential run-off, culminating an election season marred by confusion and protest. Issues of crime, corruption and voter disillusionment following years of political turmoil loomed large over Sunday’s vote, which saw right-wing candidate and former first lady Keiko Fujimori face off...

Fujimori vs Sanchez: What to know about Peru’s presidential run-off election

Fujimori vs Sanchez: What to know about Peru’s presidential run-off election The run-off follows a tumultuous first round of voting, which saw long lines, delayed results and accusations of fraud. Nearly two months ago, on April 12, Peru held the first round of its presidential elections. But in the eight weeks since, confusion, protests and scandal have engulfed the results.

Fujimori or Sanchez? Peru vote marks 10 years of turmoil

Peru vote marks 10 years of turmoil June 6, 2026Nine presidents in 10 years — the figure speaks volumes about the current state of Peruvian politics. On Sunday, voters will return to the polls. This time, they will choose between Keiko Fujimori, leader of the conservative Popular Force party, and Roberto Sanchez, the candidate for the left-wing Together for Peru.

Spain's Sanchez running out of road as corruption probes stack up

Jays' Sanchez hurts wrist on ball thrown by fan

BALTIMORE -- Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Jesus Sánchez was injured by a ball thrown from the bleachers Sunday, sustaining a bruise to his right wrist that forced him to leave the game against the Baltimore Orioles. The culprit wasn't a malicious fan. Rather, the ball was tossed by a youngster who merely wanted to play a game of catch.

Spain: Police raid HQ of ruling PSOE Socialist party in graft probe

Police have searched the headquarters of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's PSOE party investigating possible illegal payments. Sanchez meanwhile said he was still standing by former PM Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero.

Race tied between left- and right-wing rivals in Peru’s presidential vote

Race tied between left- and right-wing rivals in Peru’s presidential vote The split illustrates deep political polarisation in the South American country. The left- and right-wing contenders in Peru’s presidential race were neck and neck as counting of the votes cast in Sunday’s election neared completion. With more than 92 percent of polling centres reporting results on Monday, right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori held a slender lead over leftist rival congressman Roberto Sanchez.