In the past 60 minutes, the most trending news story globally revolves around the legal troubles facing former presidents in Latin America. Pedro Castillo, the former president of Peru, was sentenced to 11 years, five months, and 15 days in prison by the Supreme Court for attempting to dissolve Congress and rule by decree in 2022. Castillo, a former rural schoolteacher and Peru’s first poor president, faced impeachment and subsequent imprisonment following his power grab.
Similarly, Juan Orlando Hernández, the former president of Honduras, was sentenced to 45 years in prison for his involvement in running a “narco-state” that facilitated cocaine trafficking to the United States. In a surprising turn of events, former US President Donald Trump announced his intention to pardon Hernández, citing unfair treatment.
The legal actions against these former presidents highlight the political turmoil and corruption prevalent in Latin American governments. The cases of Castillo and Hernández underscore the challenges faced by countries in the region in combating corruption, ensuring accountability, and upholding the rule of law.
While Castillo’s sentencing in Peru signifies a step towards justice and accountability, Trump’s decision to pardon Hernández raises concerns about political influence and the integrity of legal processes. The contrasting outcomes in these cases reflect the complex dynamics of power, corruption, and justice in Latin American politics.
As the region grapples with ongoing political challenges and legal battles involving former leaders, it is essential for governments, institutions, and the international community to prioritize transparency, accountability, and the rule of law to uphold democratic principles and ensure justice for all.
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– The Washington Times: [Nigeria’s president declares emergency and beefs up forces following abductions](https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/nov/27/nigerias-president-declares-emergency-beefs-forces-following/)
– The Guardian: [Peru’s ousted ‘president of the poor’ gets 11-year sentence for rebellion](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/nov/27/perus-ousted-president-of-the-poor-gets-11-year-sentence-for-rebellion)
– South China Morning Post: [Peru ex-president Castillo sentenced to over 11 years in prison](https://www.scmp.com/news/world/americas/article/3334445/peru-ex-president-castillo-sentenced-over-11-years-prison)
– BBC News: [Two former Peruvian presidents jailed in two days](https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0q5ww558ngo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss)
– The Washington Post: [Trump plans to pardon former Honduran president convicted of drug trafficking](https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/11/28/trump-pardon-honduras-hernandez/)
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