America Guatemala The government declared a state of siege in the indigenous communities of Nahuala and Santa Catarina Ixtahuacan due to their territorial conflict that left 13 people dead in the past days
America Guatemala The country will increase deportation flights from the US by 40%, repatriating both Guatemalans and migrants of other nationalities while creating a border task force to combat transnational crime
America Guatemala The Trump administration began its deportation campaign from the US by using military transport planes for sending migrants back to Guatemala; the move is seen as sending a "clear message" that illegal immigration will lead to severe consequences
America Guatemala A three-phase program to support returning migrants, has been announced by President Bernardo Arévalo; it focuses on consular assistance, dignified reception with temporary shelters, and reintegration
America Guatemala Guatemala received its first four deportation flights of 2025 from the US, carrying 522 people, following a record 61.680 deportations in 2024, as expectations rise for the new US administration's immigration policies