Peru's Election Chaos: Voting Stretches Into Second Day After Ballot Fiasco

Peru's Election Chaos: Voting Stretches Into Second Day After Ballot Fiasco Peru's national election has been thrown into disarray, forcing officials to extend voting into a second day after severe logistical failures prevented thousands of citizens from casting their ballots [127769]. The country's electoral authority ordered the extension following widespread reports that ballots never arrived at polling stations, causing major delays and leaving many unable to vote on the scheduled election day [127211] [127224]. The problems have caused widespread frustration and raised serious concerns about the election's integrity as Peruvians choose a new president and congress [127769]. The first round of the presidential election features a fragmented field of more than 30 candidates, with no single contender expected to win the required majority to avoid a runoff [127616]. Early results suggest the race is likely headed for a second round between controversial former first daughter Keiko Fujimori and a conservative opponent [127616]. The election is being closely watched as the next government will face deep political divisions and significant economic challenges [127224]. The extended voting process has delayed the announcement of any official results [127769]. Peru's Election Stalls: Voting Stretches Into Second Day Peru Extends Election Amid Voting Chaos Peru Extends Voting Amid Irregularity Claims Fujimori Eyes Comeback: Peru Braces for Presidential Runoff