Peru ex-President Castillo denies military promotion allegations in immunity hearing

Former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo appeared before congressional deputies to contest a prosecutor's report seeking to lift his immunity and open a judicial investigation. Castillo denied allegations by prosecutor Patricia Benavides that he negotiated military promotions, marking a new legal front in his post-presidency. The outcome hinges on legislative vote, with implications for Peru's political stability.

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