Peru Defense, Foreign Ministers Resign Over Stalled US F-16 Deal
Peru's defense and foreign ministers have resigned in protest after the president decided to postpone a deal to purchase F-16 fighter jets from the United States. Their resignations highlight a significant disagreement within the government regarding the military acquisition.
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Peru’s defense and foreign ministers resign after the president stalls US military planes deal - AP News
Peru’s defense and foreign ministers resign after the president stalls US military planes deal AP News
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