Guatemala
Tracked across 54 events · 2265 articles · First seen Jan 07, 2025 · Last active Aug 21, 2026
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Domestic
Impact: The nation of Guatemala is undergoing a significant shift in its legal and political landscape with the new Attorney General's pledge to combat corruption and restore judicial independence, which could improve its international standing and attract investment.
Jul 01, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Guatemala>>> is at the center of this event, with its President denying an agreement for United States>>> military strikes on its soil, while confirming requests for security cooperation. The nation seeks to maintain sovereignty while addressing drug trafficking.
May 28, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
Impact: Guatemala is facing a severe food insecurity crisis due to drought and the impending El Niño–Southern Oscillation phenomenon, affecting approximately 2.5 million of its citizens. The country's 'Corridor' has expanded significantly, exacerbating the problem.
Jun 02, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
The Americas are experiencing their worst measles outbreak in 22 years, with 47,459 confirmed cases and 44 deaths reported by July 18, 2026. This is more than three times the cases recorded in all of…
Impact: Guatemala has the largest outbreak with 30,371 cases and 26 deaths, straining its healthcare system and requiring urgent vaccination campaigns.
Aug 10, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
Impact: Guatemala felt strong shaking; classes suspended in western regions; no fatalities.
Jul 17, 2026 · 92 articles
International
The United States has deported around 2,300 Mexican citizens to Guatemala so far this year, according to the Guatemalan government. The deportees arrive on planes carrying Guatemalan returnees and are transferred to Mexico within 24…
Impact: Guatemala receives and processes deported Mexicans, cooperating with the U.S. and Mexico.
Aug 20, 2026 · 7 articles
Accidents
In 2026, the World Health Organization estimates that nearly 11 million people worldwide will contract measles, with most cases in Africa and Asia, but significant outbreaks also in the Americas and Europe. The resurgence is…
Impact: Guatemala has over 30,000 confirmed measles cases, the largest in the Americas, traced to an anti-vaccine megachurch gathering.
Aug 21, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Crowley, a global logistics, marine and energy solutions provider, announced a new weekly container service connecting Port Houston to Santo Tomas de Castilla, Guatemala, and Puerto Cortes, Honduras. The Gulf-Central America Express Service will make…
Impact: Guatemala's port of Santo Tomas de Castilla becomes a direct link to the U.S. Gulf, facilitating exports of fresh produce and other goods. This enhances Guatemala's trade connectivity and economic growth prospects.
Aug 19, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Impact: Many of the migrants involved in the crash were from Guatemala, and Daniel Zavala Ramos, a Guatemalan national, was extradited from Guatemala to face charges.
Apr 08, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Impact: Citizens of Guatemala are disproportionately affected by the immigration crackdown in United States — Florida, with several cases of Guatemalan individuals being detained and deported, often leaving families behind.
Jun 11, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Impact: Guatemala>>> is included in the group of countries facing a proposed 10% additional tariff for not effectively enforcing a prohibition on forced labor imports.
Jun 02, 2026 · 125 articles
Tech
Impact: Guatemala is the country where Guatemala — Xultun is located, benefiting from cultural heritage attention.
Jul 13, 2026 · 10 articles
Tech
Impact: One of the study populations; highlights the test's effectiveness in diverse settings, potentially improving cancer screening there.
Jul 31, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Impact: Guatemala has raised alert levels and prepared 1.1 million rations for distribution in anticipation of a food security emergency caused by El Ni
-induced drought in the 'Dry Corridor' region.
May 08, 2026 · 304 articles
Accidents
Impact: A major tourist destination near the volcano; road closures and ash fall could affect tourism.
Aug 04, 2026 · 25 articles
Business
Impact: The Era Dorada Project, owned by Namib Minerals, is located in Guatemala.
Apr 13, 2026 · 7 articles
unfocused
Impact: Guatemala's President Bernardo Arévalo denied a report of a U.S. deal on anti-drug trafficking strikes, clarifying that collaboration aligns with Guatemalan law.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
Business
Impact: Guatemala's President Bernardo Arévalo denied a report of a U.S. deal on anti-drug trafficking strikes, clarifying that collaboration aligns with Guatemalan law.
May 26, 2026 · 9 articles
International
Impact: Guatemala is a beneficiary of the undersea cable project.
Jul 27, 2026 · 26 articles
International
The United States, under President Donald Trump, has escalated its military campaign against drug trafficking in Latin America. After launching air strikes on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific in September 2025,…
Impact: Guatemala's denial of an agreement creates uncertainty and may limit U.S. operations there.
Aug 07, 2026 · 58 articles
International
Impact: Guatemala has deployed troops as part of the new gang-suppression force in Haiti, contributing to the international effort to stabilize the country.
Jun 15, 2026 · 15 articles
International
Impact: Guatemala sent military police officers to join the United Nations-backed mission in Haiti.
Jan 07, 2025 · 6 articles
Accidents
Impact: Guatemala is part of the cattle-smuggling route facilitating the screwworm's spread.
Jul 06, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Impact: Guatemala has the highest number of deportees in the broader US enforcement campaign.
Jul 09, 2026 · 27 articles
Accidents
Impact: Origin country of one defendant; minor role.
Jul 24, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Impact: Guatemala is subject to a 10% tariff.
Apr 20, 2026 · 318 articles
International
Impact: Guatemala reinforced security on its border with Mexico following the violence sparked by El Mencho's death.
Feb 22, 2026 · 156 articles
International
Impact: A Guatemalan man pleaded guilty in federal court for his involvement in a migrant smuggling attempt that resulted in over 50 deaths in Mexico.
Apr 08, 2026 · 107 articles
Business
Impact: Guatemala is one of the selected markets where Meta Platforms will begin testing additional AI-based subscription tiers.
May 27, 2026 · 20 articles
Business
Impact: Regulatory approval granted for SSi Mantra.
Jun 30, 2026 · 6 articles
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