Peru Severs Ties with Mexico Over Asylum for Ex-Prime Minister Accused of Coup Involvement

Diplomatic Rupture Over Asylum

• diplomatic relations between Peru and Mexico have been severed following Peru's decision to break ties.
• 🇲🇽 The rupture was triggered by Mexico granting asylum to former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chávez, who is accused of rebellion.

Charges Against Betssy Chávez

• ⚖️ Chávez faces charges of fermenting a rebellion and acting as an accomplice in a failed coup attempt.
• 🏛️ The alleged coup involved ex-president Pedro Castillo attempting to dissolve parliament in 2022 to avoid an impeachment vote.
• ⏳ If convicted, Chávez could face up to 25 years in prison.

Mexico's Stance and International Law

• 🗣️ Mexico's foreign ministry defended its decision to grant asylum as a legitimate act under international law.
• 🇵🇪 Peru's government condemned Mexico's action as an unfriendly act and interference in its internal affairs.
• ⚖️ Mexico rejected Peru's unilateral decision as excessive and disproportionate.

Pedro Castillo's Situation

• 🧑‍🏫 Former President Pedro Castillo is in Peruvian custody and denies allegations of corruption and attempting a coup.
• ⏳ He faces up to 34 years in prison if convicted.