Peru's Presidential Race: Fujimori and Sanchez Lead Amidst Electoral Tension

In Peru's presidential election, Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sanchez are leading as 99.76% of ballots are counted. Allegations of fraud have emerged, and the final results are expected by May 15. Neither candidate secured enough votes to avoid a runoff, which is scheduled for June 7.

As Peru's first round of the presidential election nears completion, with 99.76% of the ballots counted, Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sanchez are leading the pack.

Fujimori holds 17.17% of the votes, with Sanchez at 12%, edging out former mayor Rafael Lopez Aliaga. The National Jury of Elections anticipates announcing the final result by May 15, delayed by logistical issues and fraud allegations.

Despite the extended vote count and ongoing fraud claims, European Union observers have found no concrete evidence. With no candidate securing an outright victory, a runoff between the top two contenders is set for June 7.