The Way Forward in Honduras – By LANNY J. DAVIS The U.S. should recognize the coming election, whether Manuel Zelaya does or not. For months Honduras has faced a political crisis. In June, its president, Manuel Zelaya, attempted to subvert the country’s constitution and was removed from office. He has since pushed to return to […]
Respectfully but sternly, the government has asked the National Congress for compliance with the fifth point of the Tegucigalpa-San Jose Agreement, the matter of the restitution of former President Manuel Zelaya. Lawyer Vilma Morales demanded that the legislature “respectfully” and in “the interest of the Honduran people,” comply with the the fifth point of the […]
Colombia’s government announced today the return to Honduras of the Colombian Ambassador, Sonia Pereira. “November 5th provided for the return of Ambassador Sonia Pereira. Her return answers the call made by the parties of the Tegucigalpa-San Jose Agreement for the normalization of relations with Honduras by the international community,” said the foreign ministry. In a […]
Roberto Micheletti’s government said yesterday that former President Zelaya is acting like a victim when in fact his role in this crisis has been the executioner “of his own self, due to his erratic behavior. In a statement of 10 points, Micheletti’s interim government regards the position adopted unilaterally, that Zelaya is ignoring the agreement. […]
Independent candidate for President of the Republic, Carlos H. Reyes, announced hours ago that he “definitely” is removing himself from the electoral process. Reyes, is a supporter of former President Manuel Zelaya, and said his running would “legitimize the coup”. Additionally, he added “…we can not participate in the elections under such conditions.” It is […]