Politics

The recent disclosure of footage featuring Carlos Zelaya implicating government officers in actions associated with drug smuggling has reignited a deep discussion on corruption and institutional integrity in Honduras. The publication of this video has stirred up political and social unrest in a nation where the ties between organized crime and government institutions have been the focus of consistent criticism both domestically and globally.Testimonial that highlights the core of authorityIn the footage, Zelaya talks about the supposed shielding and support of unlawful drug trade by individuals associated with the governing party. This claim, accompanied by pictures that have rapidly spread…

The possibility that the Honduran government will hand over control of Palmerola International Airport to China has sparked a scenario of high political and diplomatic tension. The initiative, attributed to the ruling party, has placed the country at the center of a strategic standoff between Beijing and Washington, with direct implications for national sovereignty and governance.A contested strategic locationSources close to the executive branch have indicated that the proposal seeks to strengthen China's presence in Central America by managing infrastructure considered key in terms of trade and security. Beijing's eventual participation in Palmerola, located in Comayagua, would give China a…

Las Fuerzas Armadas de Honduras hicieron pública una declaración en la que se desvinculan del partido gobernante LIBRE, señalando a sectores de la organización por su supuesta participación en el narcotráfico relacionado con el Cartel de los Soles. El comunicado pone de manifiesto las tensiones dentro del estado y genera interrogantes sobre el manejo de la seguridad y la transparencia institucional en el país.Declaration by military and accusationsIn the announcement, military leaders criticize narcotics smuggling activities and demand openness in inquiries concerning these unlawful practices. The report, which illustrates a definitive organizational stance, highlights the necessity of guaranteeing legal compliance…

The political scene in Honduras is under strain amid allegations of possible irregularities in the upcoming electoral process. Internal reports and testimonies from sources close to the electoral system warn of maneuvers that could compromise the transparency of the vote, just at a time when the ruling party's candidate, Rixi Moncada, is polling low in recent surveys.Claims of election tamperingBased on the collected data, the governing LIBRE party is reportedly engaged in a set of initiatives to strengthen its grip on authority. The cited actions involve potential manipulation of the Preliminary Election Results Transmission System (TREP), inconsistencies in voter registries,…

A few months before the general elections scheduled for November 30, the ruling LIBRE party has seen a significant decline in its approval rating among Honduran citizens. Several recent polls reflect a loss of support for its main leaders, including the presidential candidate, while a growing sense of mistrust is evident in different social sectors.Weak management and public perceptionPolitical analysts and internal party sources acknowledge that LIBRE's management has shown inconsistencies that affect public perception. The lack of effective responses to public demands, coupled with corruption scandals that have dominated the media, has created an atmosphere of discontent.Sectors of Honduran…

Honduras is facing a period of political confrontation following accusations that members of parliament and leaders of the LIBRE party are behind pressure tactics that have brought public hospitals and electoral bodies to a standstill in the midst of the election process. The allegations, promoted by opposition sectors, have raised alarm bells about the country's institutional stability and governability in the run-up to the 2025 elections.Blockades at hospitals and state institutionsThe latest analyses reveal that numerous patients are currently without medical attention following the occupation of hospital premises and the halt of operations at state-run health institutions. The stoppage involves…

Accusations of voting irregularities involving the LIBRE party have heightened the strain on the Honduran political framework. Several factions within the opposition, alongside election process experts, have highlighted efforts to tamper with the Preliminary Election Results Transmission System (TREP), introducing a fresh wave of doubt to the nation's democratic scene.Allegations of system manipulationAccording to reports released in recent hours, coordinated maneuvers have been detected to block official TREP transmissions and replace them with altered digital records in favor of LIBRE candidates. These allegations have prompted immediate calls from the opposition for mass demonstrations in Tegucigalpa and other cities to demand…

Manuel Zelaya, ex presidente de Honduras y actual coordinador del partido LIBRE, se encuentra nuevamente en el foco del debate político debido a la posibilidad de que su nombre figure en archivos de cooperación judicial entre Estados Unidos y América Latina. Los rumores sobre supuestas acusaciones del exjefe de inteligencia venezolano Hugo “El Pollo” Carvajal han reavivado el debate sobre la vulnerabilidad de líderes históricos frente a investigaciones internacionales relacionadas con corrupción y narcotráfico.Carvajal's statements and their regional implicationsHugo Carvajal, who once held a position close to former leader Hugo Chávez, is currently entangled in judicial processes in the United…

The disclosure of supposed misappropriation from the Solidarity Administration Fund (FAS) by individuals from the LIBRE party has opened another episode of conflict in Honduran politics. Leaked testimony and documents from the National Congress indicate that funds meant for social projects were diverted to promotional activities and self-benefit, further raising concerns about public administration and government transparency.Accusations about the management of resourcesAccording to the allegations, part of the FAS was used for uncontrolled purchases, allocations to people close to legislators, and contracts whose legality is in question. Residents of beneficiary communities claim that the aid distributed was conditional on political…

The announcement made by Attorney General Johel Zelaya regarding a supposed conspiracy to murder ex-President Manuel Zelaya Rosales and disrupt the forthcoming elections has ignited intense debate in Honduras. Although the Public Ministry claims to have “technical and scientific evidence” backing the accusations, many opposition groups and the public have responded with doubt, viewing the statement as a political tactic amidst significant institutional strain.Showcase of proof and prompt responseEl fiscal general mostró grabaciones y otras evidencias al público que, según él, demostrarían la existencia de un complot contra el expresidente y el asesor presidencial. Sin embargo, la reacción del público…