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  "id": 5000487,
  "title": "Peru breaks ties with Iran amid Middle East tensions",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/peru-breaks-ties-with-iran-amid-middle-east-tensions",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-02T02:28:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/world/2026/09/02/peru-breaks-ties-with-iran-amid-middle-east-tensions"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Peru has severed diplomatic relations with Iran as tensions escalate in the Middle East, according to reports from Anadolu Ajansi. The decision, announced by the Peruvian foreign ministry, is rooted in the country's commitment to peace, adherence to international law, and defense of democracy. Concerned over disruptions to global trade through the Strait of Hormuz since March, Peru warned of potential impacts on energy prices and international supply chains. The move also rejects Iran's incitement to violence and conflict escalation in the region, as well as interference with the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) operations. Despite ending diplomatic ties, Peru stated that consular relations would persist to safeguard the interests and citizens of both nations, in line with Vienna conventions. The decision was conveyed to Iran via a diplomatic note delivered through its embassy in Ecuador, which also serves as a representative office for Peru.",
  "summary": "The foreign ministry says the decision reflects Peru’s 'historic commitment to peace', international law and democracy.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Peru breaks ties with Iran amid Middle East tensions",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/peru-breaks-ties-with-iran-amid-middle-east-tensions-5003022",
        "published": "2026-09-02T02:28:17.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Middle East Eye",
        "title": "Peru severs diplomatic ties with Iran",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/peru-severs-diplomatic-ties-with-iran",
        "published": "2026-09-02T02:57:08.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}