The National Defense and Security Council announced a plan to combat crime in Honduras, including constructing a Detention Center for 20.000 inmates and legislative reforms to classify certain major gang-related crimes

The Honduran Defense Minister, José Manuel Zelaya, and his father, Congressman Carlos Zelaya, who are relatives of President Xiomara Castro, resigned amid a scandal over alleged drug trafficking links

Honduras has terminated its extradition treaty with the US, sparking widespread criticism, with many viewing it as a setback in the fight against drug trafficking

Honduras has passed a law to protect the environment, inspired by communities where locals have fought against water pollution caused by mining; this legislation stipulates to safeguard natural resources and uphold the right to a healthy environment