Breaking News: Honduras Issues Arrest Warrant for Ex-President Hernández After Trump Pardon
Honduras Attorney General Johel Zelaya has ordered the arrest of former President Juan Orlando Hernández, who was pardoned by US President Donald Trump last week. Hernández is wanted for his role in helping move tons of cocaine to the United States.
The arrest warrant was issued on Monday, with Honduran authorities and Interpol asked to execute a 2023 arrest order. Hernández was sentenced to 45 years in prison in the US for his involvement in drug trafficking.
This move comes after Hernández was released from federal prison in the United States last week following Trump's pardon. Hernández had been detained and sent to the US by current President Xiomara Castro in 2022.
The arrest warrant is a significant development in the ongoing case against Hernández, who was once a key ally in the US war on drugs. The Honduran government's decision to pursue his arrest highlights the country's commitment to upholding the law.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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