A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Peru on Sunday, according to seismic monitoring authorities, AzerNEWS reports.

The earthquake's epicenter was located approximately 131 kilometers southeast of Huancayo, a city with a population of more than 300,000, while the hypocenter was recorded at a depth of 22 kilometers.

There have been no immediate reports of casualties or structural damage, although authorities continue to monitor the situation for any potential aftershocks or further developments.