UN Working Group demands immediate release of former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo

The UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention has formally requested the release of Pedro Castillo, citing violations of international human rights standards regarding his ongoing detention. The defense team alleges systemic discrimination based on his peasant background, though the Peruvian government maintains the legality of his removal and subsequent imprisonment. This intervention increases international pressure on the Peruvian judiciary but is unlikely to result in immediate compliance given the domestic political climate.