"Peru's President Replaces Ministers Amid Jewelry Scandal and Police Raid"

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Source: Reuters Canada
"Peru's President Replaces Ministers Amid Jewelry Scandal and Police Raid"
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Peru's President Dina Boluarte replaced six ministers after they resigned amid a political scandal involving luxury watches, with police raiding her home and office in search of evidence related to the high-end Rolex watches. Boluarte, who denies any wrongdoing, faced resignations from key ministers who voiced support for her, while the prime minister aims to secure a vote of support from the opposition-controlled Congress. This adds to the political volatility in Peru, which has seen six presidents in as many years.

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