Honduras

Honduras borrowed $746 million through domestic bonds in six months and plans to issue an additional $607 million to pay power generators. The government has announced a new bond issue to address obligations to energy providers.

A man from Honduras was sentenced to 10 years for attempted coercion and enticement of a minor after pleading guilty to the charges.

El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras received $15.85 billion in remittances from January to April 2026, a 10.7% increase from the previous year. Guatemala received $8.43 billion, Honduras $4.13 billion, and El Salvador $3.29 billion, with Honduras showing the fastest growth at 14.3%.

Mario Flores, an illegal immigrant from Honduras, was sentenced to eight years in prison for a $38 million payroll tax fraud scheme involving shell companies in Orlando, Florida. He conspired with his girlfriend and others to defraud the US government.

Honduras is pursuing an energy reform to split its bankrupt power utility ENEE and attract private capital. The reform, supported by Washington and global lenders, aims to halt a $600 million annual financial loss.

Honduras will purchase Ukrainian drones to combat drug trafficking, following a meeting between the two nations' presidents. Ukraine has emerged as a leader in military drone technology since 2022, with licensing agreements in Canada and Gulf countries, and a German manufacturer planning to build Ukrainian-designed cruise missiles.

Colombia's presidential election appears to have chosen Abelardo de la Espriella, a Trump-endorsed candidate, as president, continuing a trend of conservative leaders emerging in Latin America. Similar conservative shifts occurred in Argentina, Ecuador, and Honduras, with leaders implementing policies such as austerity measures, military-led security, and anti-crime initiatives.

Canada’s policies, including the Safe Third Country Agreement, are criticized for forcing asylum seekers to the United States, where they face deportation. A Honduran couple fled gang violence, traveling through Guatemala and Mexico with their toddler in search of safety in the U.S.

Tennessee requires parents of critically ill children to disenroll from a health program or risk immigration reporting, affecting 400 immigrant children in the state. The Children's Special Services program, which provides life-saving care for low-income children with severe disabilities, is targeted under a new law requiring immigration verification for public benefits.

Maria Celeste, an asylum-seeking immigrant, and her fiancé Antony, a detained Honduran citizen, face family separation after Border Patrol arrested Antony during a routine commute. Antony, detained at Adams County Correctional Center, is challenging his incarceration through a habeas corpus petition, arguing it violates his due process rights.

The US does not recognize climate-related displacement as a valid reason for asylum or entry, leaving millions affected by climate disasters like Hurricane Mitch in Honduras and drought in Sudan without legal pathways to safety. Trump's immigration policies have increased barriers for climate refugees, including a Sudanese doctor facing deportation under new restrictions.

A U.S. military veteran who served in the Army and Texas National Guard for approximately 20 years is urging ICE to release his wife, who faces deportation to Honduras. The veteran describes the situation as emotionally distressing.

Retired Staff Sgt. Wilmer Trujillo, who served in the U.S. National Guard for 20 years, is urging ICE to release his wife, Arelys Barahona-Martinez, a Honduran national facing deportation. Trujillo shared his plea with CBS News reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez.

Tropical Storm Cristina formed in the Pacific Ocean off Nicaragua's coast with 45 mph winds, expected to bring 4-12 inches of rain to Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala. It is the second Eastern Pacific storm following Tropical Storm Boris near Mexico.

Endrick scored the winning goal for Brazil against Egypt. Argentina secured a 2-0 victory over Honduras with contributions from Lautaro and Simeone. Neymar's June 12 MRI is highlighted as a key factor in Morocco's decision.

A Honduran national was sentenced to six months in prison after pleading guilty to illegally entering the United States. The case highlights enforcement of immigration laws.

An immigration judge in Charlotte, North Carolina, ordered the deportation of Levi Mendez-Maldonado, a teen who was murdered in 2024, citing his failure to appear in court. Mendez-Maldonado, originally from Honduras, arrived in the U.S. as an unaccompanied minor at age 17.

A U.S. immigration judge in Charlotte, North Carolina, ordered the deportation of Levi Mendez-Maldonado in absentia on 21 May, despite being informed he had died in a 2024 shooting. Mendez-Maldonado, from Honduras, arrived in the U.S. as an unaccompanied minor at age 17.

Samantha Suazo, a 23-year-old naturalized U.S. citizen from Honduras, graduated magna cum laude from Yale University in 2026. Her father Marvin, who remained undocumented after a prior deportation, decided to self-deport to Honduras following her graduation to allow the rest of the family to stay in the U.S. after ICE raids affected his construction business.

Gang leader 'Black Cat' was arrested in Honduras for 19 killings linked to gang violence in the Bajo Aguan region, where rival groups compete over palm farms and drug trafficking routes.

Gang leader 'Black Cat' was arrested in Honduras for 19 killings linked to rival gangs fighting over control of palm farms and drug trafficking routes in the Bajo Aguan region.

An illegal alien from Honduras pleaded guilty to a federal immigration crime and was sentenced. The individual admitted guilt and received a judicial penalty for violating immigration laws.

A 29-year-old Honduran national was indicted for illegally possessing a firearm in violation of U.S. federal law. The indictment, filed on May 28, 2026, charges Erlin Jovany Gamez Maldonado under Title 18, United States Code, Sections 922(g)(5)(A) and 924(a)(8).

Oscar Paz-Mejia, a 33-year-old native of Honduras, was indicted for illegal reentry of a removed alien under Title 8, United States Code, Section 1326(a). The indictment was announced by United States Attorney David I. Courcelle.

A 27-year-old Honduran citizen pled guilty to reentry of a removed alien under Title 8, United States Code, Section 1326(a). His sentencing is scheduled for June 25, 2026.

Jairo Yoel Montoya-Amador, a 21-year-old Honduran national, was indicted for assaulting a federal officer and damaging government property. The charges were announced by United States Attorney David I. Courcelle.

Franklin Geovany Alvarez-Villanueva, a 54-year-old illegal alien from Honduras, has been sentenced to three years and four months in prison for illegally reentering the United States after multiple previous deportations and drug convictions. The case involves federal immigration enforcement against repeat offenders with criminal records.

A Honduran national was sentenced to 175 months in prison for possessing methamphetamine with intent to distribute it in Atlantic City. The conviction represents a significant drug distribution enforcement action in the region.

Gang violence has resulted in at least 25 deaths in Honduras during recent attacks by gunmen. The government is actively pursuing a crackdown on organized crime in response to the escalating violence.

Two separate armed attacks in northern Honduras have resulted in at least 24 deaths, including four police officers. The incidents represent a significant security crisis in the region.

Gunmen opened fire in two separate attacks on the Honduran coast on Thursday, killing at least 16 people including six police officers. The first attack occurred at a plantation in Trujillo municipality in northern Honduras, where at least 10 workers were shot and killed. The resource-rich region has been affected by decades-long agrarian conflict.

At least 16 people were killed in two separate attacks in northern Honduras. One attack involved a police raid while the other occurred on a palm farm targeting rural laborers.

Franklin David Zelaya-Funez, a 33-year-old from Honduras, was sentenced to 14 months in federal prison for illegally reentering the United States after being previously removed. The case was prosecuted in Pensacola, Florida.

Record heat has been observed in North and Central America, while eastern China experienced egg-sized hailstones. Honduras broke its all-time May maximum temperature record twice this month, with temperatures reaching 42.2C in Choluteca. Intense heat is forecast to persist over the coming weeks.

A federal judge blocked key provisions of Texas's immigration law just before its implementation date. The law would have allowed state police to arrest individuals suspected of illegal entry. The ruling represents a significant legal setback for Texas's attempt to enforce stricter immigration policies.

Two illegal aliens, Yeremy Alexander Zapata Aleman and Keyner Ariel Calero Jiron, are facing capital murder charges after a drive-by shooting in Dallas resulted in the death of a pregnant teen's unborn baby. The incident occurred on May 3 after a verbal altercation in a 7-Eleven parking lot. Both suspects could face the death penalty if convicted.

Six illegal immigrants, including a 14-year-old boy, were found dead in a shipping container along the southern border due to extreme heat. The deceased originated from Mexico and Honduras. Authorities are working to contact the migrants' families and assist with repatriation.

Honduras mayor Adan Funez was arrested along with two other men for alleged involvement in the killing of environmental activist Juan Lopez. The arrest was made over the shooting of the activist. The incident is related to environmental activism.

Luis Merary Peralta-Sevilla, a MS-13 gang member from Honduras, was arrested by ICE officers and local law enforcement in Florida. He is a known suspected terrorist and has been involved in criminal activities. Peralta-Sevilla will be transferred to ICE custody for removal proceedings.

Honduras is reviewing its ties with China as it seeks to court investment from the US, a move led by President Nasry Asfura. This shift may impact Honduras' economic and diplomatic relationships. The country aims to strengthen its connection with the US.