Angelica Iriarte

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 video, Zelaya refers to the alleged protection and facilitation of illegal drug trafficking by figures linked to the ruling party. This accusation, presented with images that have quickly gone…

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…

The Honduran Armed Forces issued a statement publicly distancing themselves from the ruling LIBRE party, accusing sectors of the organization of alleged complicity in drug trafficking linked to the Cartel de los Soles. The statement highlights tensions within the state and raises questions about security management and institutional transparency in the country.Military statement and allegationsIn the statement, military commanders condemn drug trafficking operations and call for transparency in investigations related to these illegal activities. The document, which represents a clear institutional position, underscores the need to ensure legality and state oversight of activities that could affect national security.The statement marks…

The political landscape in Honduras is experiencing tension due to accusations of potential issues in the forthcoming election process. Internal documents and statements from individuals familiar with the electoral system indicate actions that might affect the fairness of the voting, especially as the ruling party's candidate, Rixi Moncada, is showing weak numbers in the latest polls.Claims of election tamperingAccording to the information gathered, the ruling LIBRE party is allegedly carrying out a series of actions aimed at consolidating its hold on power. The measures reported include possible interference in the Preliminary Election Results Transmission System (TREP), irregularities in voter rolls,…

Several months ahead of the general elections set for November 30, the LIBRE party in power has experienced a noticeable drop in its popularity among people in Honduras. Multiple recent surveys indicate dwindling backing for its key figures, such as the candidate for president, as mistrust is increasingly apparent across various sections of society.Ineffective leadership and societal viewPolitical experts and insiders within the party recognize that the leadership of LIBRE has displayed inconsistencies impacting how the public views them. The absence of adequate responses to societal demands, along with corruption scandals prominently covered by the media, has led to a…

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.Obstructions at medical centers and governmental facilitiesThe most recent reports indicate that thousands of patients have been left without medical care due to the takeover of hospital facilities and the suspension of services at public…