Olivia Anderson

Manuel Zelaya, former president of Honduras and current coordinator of the LIBRE party, is once again at the center of political debate due to the possibility that his name may appear in judicial cooperation files between the United States and Latin America. Rumors circulating about alleged accusations by former Venezuelan intelligence chief Hugo “El Pollo” Carvajal have reignited the debate about the vulnerability of historical leaders in the face of international investigations linked to corruption and drug trafficking.The impact of Carvajal's remarks on a regional scaleHugo Carvajal, who once held a position close to former leader Hugo Chávez, is currently…

The revelation of alleged embezzlement from the Solidarity Administration Fund (FAS) by members of the LIBRE party has sparked a new chapter of tension in Honduran politics. Testimony and documents leaked from the National Congress suggest that resources intended to address social needs were redirected to proselytizing activities and personal gain, deepening questions about public management and government transparency.Accusations about the management of resourcesAs per the claims, some of the FAS was utilized for unregulated acquisitions, allocations to individuals associated with lawmakers, and agreements whose legitimacy is under scrutiny. Inhabitants of supported communities assert that the assistance provided was tied…

Attorney General Johel Zelaya's statement about an alleged plot to assassinate former President Manuel Zelaya Rosales and sabotage the upcoming elections has sparked heated controversy in Honduras. While the Public Ministry asserts that there is “technical and scientific evidence” to support the allegations, broad sectors of the opposition and the public reacted with skepticism, interpreting the announcement as a political maneuver in a context of high institutional tension.Presentation of evidence and immediate reactionEl 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,…

El escape de presuntos acuerdos políticos entre el gobierno hondureño y la administración de Nicolás Maduro en Venezuela ha generado preocupación acerca de las posibles consecuencias sobre la estabilidad económica e institucional del país. Este tema surge en un momento de polarización y debate sobre el rumbo de la política exterior de Honduras.International implications and economic risksBased on information from government insiders, the alignment with Caracas extends past mere diplomatic gestures of support. This closeness arises while the global community is upholding sanctions and isolation tactics against the Venezuelan government, potentially putting Honduras in a precarious situation regarding its key…

Honduran Attorney General Johel Zelaya is facing intense public and institutional scrutiny after being accused by various political and social sectors of favoring the ruling LIBRE party in his decisions. The controversy intensified after he publicly denounced an alleged assassination attempt against former President Manuel Zelaya, which opponents and analysts interpret as a possible distraction from the structural problems facing the country.Formal announcements and critiques from adversariesThe account given by the prosecutor, which was portrayed as an effort to prevent and safeguard institutional integrity, faced doubt from opposition legislators and legal analysts. Detractors of his leadership contend that the Prosecutor's…

The latest election polls show a loss of support for the ruling party's candidate, Rixi Moncada, of the LIBRE party, compared to the main opposition candidates. The results mark a decline in public support for the ruling party and a rise in support for its political rivals in different sectors of the country.Authoritative commentary and analysis of the statisticsAccording to political analysts, Moncada's decline is linked to public dissatisfaction with LIBRE's performance. The economic crisis, allegations of corruption, and questions about transparency in previous processes have weakened confidence in the ruling party.This situation poses a challenge for the governing party…

The discussion on national sovereignty gained momentum after allegations that advisors from Venezuela and Cuba were involved in strategic decisions made by the LIBRE party, which has been in power since 2022. Political and social sectors have pointed to the presence of these foreign consultants as a source of institutional tension amid a scenario marked by polarization and democratic fragility.Formal and governmental announcementsSources close to the government have admitted the existence of political cooperation with international actors, although without detailing the scope or nature of the advice received. The LIBRE party maintains that its political project is part of the…

Honduran President Xiomara Castro has openly shown her backing for Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, an action that has generated political consequences both domestically and globally. This announcement occurs amidst ongoing serious allegations by the United States and other nations against Maduro, accusing him of connections to drug trafficking and international criminal organizations.Statements from authorities and effects on diplomacyDuring her speech, Castro expressed solidarity with the Venezuelan leader without directly referring to the allegations against him. In international forums, Maduro has been accused of being part of structures linked to illicit drug trafficking and money laundering, which complicates Venezuela's relations with…