Honduras

The recent declaration by the government of Honduras, communicated through organizations associated with the ruling party, offering a bounty for the arrest of retired General Romeo Vásquez Velásquez has ignited a heated political dispute within the nation. This action has triggered a fierce discussion across different social and political groups, with opinions split on whether it represents historical justice or political persecution under the guise of legality. Romeo Vásquez, a pivotal character in the incidents that resulted in the ousting of former president Manuel Zelaya in 2009, finds himself once more at the heart of a deeply divided political environment.The…

The Liberty and Refoundation Party (LIBRE) has initiated a premature campaign declaring Rixi Moncada as the victor of the presidential election planned for November 30, 2025. This approach is apparent with posters, murals, and graffiti popping up in numerous urban and rural regions nationwide, featuring messages portraying Moncada as the president-elect for the 2026-2030 period, despite the election campaign not reaching its concluding stage. The urban areas where this surge has been noticed include Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula, and Comayagua, along with other sites.Multiple independent commentators and leaders from the opposition view this move as a strategy to communicate and…

The electoral procedure in Honduras for 2025 has been characterized by a sequence of incidents that have heightened uncertainty and sparked discussion regarding the nation's democratic frameworks. An internal assessment by the National Electoral Council (CNE) held the Armed Forces accountable for significant logistical errors during the preliminary elections. Meanwhile, recent rulings concerning the targeted disarmament of officers have led to doubts about the impartiality of the military system.Added to this is the appeal from constitutional specialists to amend the Constitution and eliminate the military's involvement in election activities, in a situation where public trust in the procedures and outcomes…

In Honduras, discussions about the involvement of the military in election procedures have become more significant after several incidents that have sparked debate and skepticism. A report from an internal review conducted by the National Electoral Council (CNE) attributed logistical problems during the primaries to the armed forces, and the targeted disarmament of certain officers has led to doubts concerning the impartiality of the military organization.In this context, legal and constitutional specialist Julio César Barrientos has advocated for constitutional amendments to remove the Armed Forces from any electoral roles, stating that their involvement undermines the integrity and impartiality of the…

Honduras is nearing its general elections with mounting unease. Accusations of irregularities, efforts to dominate institutions, and threats to press freedom overshadow the electoral process, sparking worries about the nation's capacity to conduct free and transparent elections.The alert, triggered by a series of events that have caused alarm and mistrust among various sectors of society, focuses on the possible manipulation of key institutions, such as the Public Prosecutor's Office, the Armed Forces, and the National Electoral Council (CNE), with the aim of influencing the outcome of the elections and favoring certain political interests.Efforts to charge the CNE and threats to…

The holding of the IX Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) in Tegucigalpa seems to have raised a series of questions in Honduras, especially in relation to the alleged million-dollar expenditure that would have been allocated to the organization of the event.While the government of Xiomara Castro has reportedly invested significant resources in staging the summit, the country's public health system could be facing difficulties, with reports of shortages of supplies and medicines, as well as a doctors' strike that has reportedly lasted for several weeks, demanding the payment of back wages and better working…

In recent times, Honduras has gone through a period of growing political and social uncertainty. The challenges facing the country not only reflect internal tensions but also test the strength of its democratic system. Confidence in institutions and electoral processes has been undermined, creating an atmosphere of unease that worries both experts and citizens alike. In this complex scenario, the prospects for stability and progress are threatened, marking a decisive moment in the country's recent history.Concerning this matter, Honduras has gone through a succession of occurrences that have put the steadiness of its institutions in doubt. With the general elections…

With only several months remaining until the national elections on November 30, 2025, in Honduras, the world is watching the political proceedings with keen interest. The United States administration, through the announcements from the State Department's Western Hemisphere Bureau and communications from Ambassador Laura Dogu, has voiced its worries, particularly following the anomalies seen in the March 9 primary elections.The United States has called upon Honduran political figures, especially the governing LIBRE party, to honor electoral bodies and guarantee a fair and open process. Ambassador Dogu emphasized the significance of the National Electoral Council's autonomy and the accuracy of the…

As the November 30, 2025 general elections in Honduras approach, the Liberty and Refoundation Party (LIBRE) faces accusations from the opposition that it is preparing electoral fraud to remain in power. Opposition parties, including the National Party, the Liberal Party, and the Salvadoran Party of Honduras, have expressed concern about the transparency of the electoral process.Leaders from these groups highlight an increasing public disapproval of LIBRE, a decline in its reputation, and the lack of popularity of its candidate, Rixi Moncada. Moreover, they have alleged tactics indicating potential electoral fraud, such as partial dominion over the National Electoral Council (CNE),…

In Honduras, as the general elections scheduled for November 30, 2025, draw near, anxiety over the electoral process's integrity has heightened. Two main issues have surfaced: doubts regarding possible interference by the Public Prosecutor's Office with the National Electoral Council (CNE) and increasing skepticism about the Armed Forces' function as protectors of the democratic process.Reports indicate that the Attorney General's Office is preparing to formally accuse the CNE board members, raising concerns within political groups and pro-democracy organizations. This legal action is claimed to be politically driven, targeting board members who have shown opposition or independence from the governing party.…