A controversial aircraft deal in Peru has triggered a government crisis after pressure from the Trump administration helped push the disputed acquisition forward, according to reports from Washington.

The deal has resulted in multiple resignations within Peru's government and raised questions about the country's sovereignty in decision-making processes. The exact nature of the aircraft acquisition and the specific mechanisms of U.S. pressure were not immediately detailed.

The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between Washington's influence in Latin American affairs and regional governments' autonomy in making domestic policy decisions. Peru has historically maintained close ties with the United States while seeking to preserve its independence in major procurement and policy matters.

The resignations suggest significant internal disagreement within Peru's government about how to respond to external pressure on the deal. The incident comes at a time when several Latin American countries have been navigating complex relationships with U.S. foreign policy priorities.

Government officials in Lima have not immediately responded to requests for comment about the specific details of the pressure campaign or the timeline for resolving the political crisis sparked by the disputed acquisition.