On April 22, 1997, the Chavin de Huantar Operation was carried out, the successful military operation that culminated in the rescue of 72 hostages from terrorists belonging to the Tupac Amaru Revolutionary Movement (MRTA). In this article, we will recall everything that happened during those weeks.
Monday 13 October 2025
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Peru: Today marks 28 years since the Chavin de Huantar Operation
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- andina ingles Peru: Transport associations agree to end strike following talks with Executive Branch
- andina ingles Peru s Elections: Deadline for resignations of authorities and senior officials is Oct 13
- andina ingles President: We will keep advancing the blocking of cell phones flagged for irregularities.
- andina ingles President: We will continue advancing in the blocking of cell phones flagged for irregular
- andina ingles APEC for the People: Lima Roadmap Forum fosters technology, innovation for formalization
- andina ingles Peru: Planning to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in 2026? See reservation schedule
- andina ingles Salt Lake City-Lima route to boost inbound tourism and strengthen Peru as regional hub
- andina ingles Peru: President urges transport operators to hold talks to fight crime, restore services
- andina ingles Peru: Council of Ministers assesses measures to continue dismantling criminal organization
- andina ingles Peru s Green Destinations: Huascaran, Lachay, Tingo Maria and Mar de Grau inspire globally
- andina ingles Norway and Peru strengthen business cooperation in sustainability and infrastructure
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Peru: Transport associations agree to end strike following talks with Executive Branch
- andina inglesAPEC for the People: Lima Roadmap Forum fosters technology, innovation for formalization
- andina inglesPeru s Elections: Deadline for resignations of authorities and senior officials is Oct 13
- andina inglesPeru presents itself as strategic partner at Italy–Latin America and Caribbean Conference
- andina inglesPeru: Planning to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in 2026? See reservation schedule
- andina inglesPresident: We will continue advancing in the blocking of cell phones flagged for irregular
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President: Peru takes decisive action against discrimination and violence toward women
- andina ingles Peru s PCM: Attorney General s Office cannot determine which parties may run in elections
- andina ingles Peru s PCM: Attorney General s Office cannot determine which parties can run in elections
- andina ingles Peru s FA Minister and Palestinian Ambassador talk about Middle East peace restoration
- andina ingles Peru aims to turn copper reserves into engine for sustainable industrial development
- andina ingles Executive Branch, Cusco authorities to ensure continuity of transportation in Machu Picchu
- andina ingles Transport Ministry promotes South Korean investment in Peruvian railway infrastructure
- andina ingles Peru: Culture Ministry rules out impact from alleged decline in Machu Picchu ticket sales
- andina ingles Peru s Culture Ministry on Machu Picchu: Conservation and protection not jeopardized
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