In the first round of Guatemala's presidential elections, the null vote emerged as the clear winner, reflecting widespread discontent with the current political system, surpassing even the results of the leading candidates with a support of 17,4%

President Arévalo inaugurated the revamped high-security Guatemala prison "Centro de Detención de Máxima Seguridad Renovación", transforming the notorious former gang-controlled facility "El Infiernito" into a secure center to hold gang members

National Geographic has included La Antigua Guatemala in its 2025 Best of the World list, highlighting it as one of the 25 most incredible destinations for travelers to explore thanks to its cultural heritage, colonial architecture, and nature

Indigenous communities in Guatemala met with UN water rights experts to discuss strategies for protecting rivers and lakes, considering water a common good, and advocating for inclusive water management and legislation that prioritizes indigenous needs

Authorities arrested numerous police officers for their involvement in a human trafficking network that smuggled migrants toward the US, with the officers accused of accepting bribes and facilitating their passage