Peru's ex-president leaves jail after 15-year jail term for corruption overturned
BBC News·August 1, 2026

Ollanta Humala, Peru's former president, has been released from jail after his 15-year prison sentence for corruption was overturned. He had been convicted of money laundering offenses in 2025, alongside his wife. The overturned sentence has allowed Humala to regain his freedom, marking a significant turn of events in his case. Humala's release comes after a lengthy legal battle to clear his name of the corruption charges.
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