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How Guatemala Became Washington's New Security Partner
Key Points — Guatemala declared a third consecutive state of prevention across six departments, deploying army and police to border zones where cocaine seizures have jumped 325% year-on-year — Over 5,100 people have been arrested, five tonnes of cocaine seized, and extraditions to the U.S. surged 735% in the first quarter of 2026 — the […] The post How Guatemala Became Washington’s New Security Partner appeared first on The Rio Times.
By Fernando Castellanos This Thursday the State of Prevention, officialized by Decree 4-2026, seeks to counter attacks against the security forces. It will be in force for 15 days, encompassing border departments and high criminal incidence of Guatemala. The executive has tightened security measures nationwide. This Thursday, March 19, the [...]
Photo: archivo/TV Azteca Guate This Thursday, March 19, was published in the Official Journal the government decree 4-2026, which establishes that the Government declares once again a State of Prevention, but now in six departments of the country. According to the decree published, the measure will be in force in the departments of: Guatemala Petén Escuintla Izabal San Marcos Huehuetenango According to the letter, this regulation responds to the…
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