What's happened
Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández has been convicted of drug trafficking and weapons conspiracy in a Manhattan federal court. His wife, Ana García de Hernández, plans to seek the presidency to fight against the injustice done to her husband.
Why it matters
The conviction of former President Hernández on drug trafficking charges marks a significant moment in Honduran politics and the fight against corruption. His wife's decision to seek the presidency adds a new dimension to the story, highlighting the ongoing battle for justice and political power in Honduras.
What the papers say
Al Jazeera emphasizes the US role in nurturing the drug trafficking ecosystem in Honduras, contrasting with The Independent's focus on Ana García de Hernández's bid for the presidency as a fight against injustice.
How we got here
Juan Orlando Hernández, once a US ally in the 'war on drugs,' has been convicted of drug trafficking, highlighting the intertwining of drugs and politics in Honduras. His wife's decision to enter politics adds a new chapter to the country's political landscape.
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Juan Jose Orlando Hernández Alvarado, often known as JOH & "CC-4" (born 28 October 1968), is the current President of Honduras, who assumed office on 27 January 2014, after winning the 2013 Honduran general election. He began his second presidential term
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Ana Rosalinda García Carías is a Honduran lawyer and First Lady of Honduras as the wife of President Juan Orlando Hernández.