International News

Honduran forward Romell Quioto scored his third goal for Saudi second-division club Al-Ula in Wednesday's 2-0 victory over Al-Raed, continuing a strong start to his stint in Saudi Arabia.

Lester Abel Martínez, a social-media communicator and owner of the Revista Digital Honduras page with 140,000 followers, has died in Madrid after a brief illness; he was 28.

The US State Department rejected President Nasry Asfura's request for a transition period allowing Honduran TPS holders to seek legal counsel and explore alternative immigration pathways before the program's termination.

Anthony Abraham López Cruz, 23, died of a medical emergency while in custody in Bastrop County, Texas, two days after being arrested on August 10 for a traffic violation and suspected drunk driving; his family is demanding answers about the circumstances leading to his death.

AEK Athens midfielder Kervin Arriaga will wear a special patch during his first UEFA Champions League matches, a recognition UEFA gives players making their debut in Europe's premier club competition.

Honduran midfielder David Ruiz, 22, moved on loan from Inter Miami to New York Red Bulls for the remainder of the 2026 MLS season, with a purchase option and $75,000 in general allocation money heading to Miami in 2027.

Honduras and El Salvador established a permanent trade committee, joint logistics agenda, and investment-cooperation mechanisms during a business mission, with Honduran firms exploring Salvadoran market entry and Qatar expressing interest in investment opportunities.

Hurricanes Karina and Lowell both reached Category 4 strength with 145 mph winds on September 2, while Tropical Storm Marie strengthened nearby and a fourth system is being monitored for possible development.

Former congressman Fredy Nájera sought to withdraw his 2018 guilty plea in a New York federal drug-trafficking case, arguing his lawyer Manuel Rocha had a conflict of interest because Rocha also represented Honduran drug trafficker Wilter Blanco — the man Nájera's defense wanted to implicate in the 2009 killing of General Julián Arístides González.

Juan Carlos Arvizú Hernández, a Honduran drug trafficker known as 'Lanchita' and convicted of trafficking over 5,000 kg of cocaine through Central America to the United States, failed in his appeal to reduce his 30-year sentence, which he claimed violated Honduras's extradition treaty.

Port Vale manager Jon Brady expressed confidence in Honduran striker Keyrol Figueroa, who joined the English fourth-division club on loan from Liverpool, highlighting his speed, directness, and attacking unpredictability.

Human-rights defenders report that Honduran migrants deported from the US are being transferred to El Salvador under a 'Safe Third Country' agreement and detained in CECOT, a maximum-security prison, rather than processed as migrants.

Honduran forward Keyrol Figueroa, son of defender Maynor Figueroa, has left Liverpool on loan to Port Vale in England's fourth division this season to gain regular first-team experience and continue his development.

Honduras's ambassador to Washington will meet a U.S. Department of Homeland Security official on September 3 to propose alternatives for TPS beneficiaries facing expiration, including legal aid, temporary work authorizations, and orderly returns for those unable to regularize their status.

Alejandra Michel Ulloa Buezo, a 20-year-old mother from Comayagua, was fatally shot in her St. Louis apartment on August 29; her family suspects her ex-partner, though police have not confirmed an arrest or charges.

Honduran forward Luis Palma came off the bench to score his first goal of the Polish league season in stoppage time, giving Lech Poznan a 3–2 away victory over Widzew Łódz.

Honduran striker Dereck Moncada headed in a third-minute goal as FC Lugano beat Sion 2–1 away in Swiss Super League play, bringing his tally to five goals in 289 minutes across league, cup, and UEFA competition.

Honduran midfielder Bryan Acosta, coming off the bench in the 86th minute, scored a spectacular goal in the 90th minute as Nashville SC dominated FC Cincinnati 4-0 in MLS play, extending the team's lead atop the Eastern Conference.

University of North America, based in Virginia, is offering 50–100 scholarships covering up to 50% of tuition for Honduran professionals seeking master's degrees in business, IT, cybersecurity, finance, and related fields.

Kervin Arriaga's AEK Atenas will compete in the 2026–27 Champions League league phase against elite European clubs including Manchester City and Real Madrid, beginning September 8 against LASK.

Darwin Jonathan Rivera Flores, a legal permanent resident living in Los Angeles since 2002, was arrested on August 28 for fraudulently registering to vote in California's November 2026 midterm elections despite lacking U.S. citizenship, and faces felony charges.

Honduran forward Dereck Moncada will compete in the UEFA Europa Conference League as Lugano drew six opponents—Getafe (Spain), Copenhagen (Denmark), Jablonec (Czech Republic), Red Star Belgrade (Serbia), Žalgiris Kaunas (Lithuania), and Sint-Truiden (Belgium)—with three away matches scheduled.

Honduran winger Luis Palma's Lech Poznań drew Bayer Leverkusen, Benfica, Sunderland, and Crystal Palace among eight opponents in the UEFA Europa League league phase starting September 16.

The United States has temporarily halted interviews for immigrant visas (for permanent residence) while consular staff receive training on evaluating applicants, delaying appointments for thousands of Hondurans seeking family reunification or work-based immigration.

Lawmakers from both countries are pushing ratification of an air-transport agreement already approved by the Dominican Congress to facilitate cargo shipments, expand tobacco exports, and boost bilateral trade and tourism.

Honduran winger Andy Najar scored in the 95th minute to complete Nashville SC's comeback victory over Columbus Crew, extending his season tally to two goals and three assists.

Honduras allows Costa Rican citizens with valid US or Canadian visas or residency to enter without a criminal-record certificate, a change from a requirement imposed since October 2023 that nearly stranded one traveler at the airport.

Honduran boxer Teófimo López won the WBA welterweight title with a majority decision over Rolly Romero at the T-Mobile Arena, improving his record to 23–2 and claiming his third world championship across three weight classes.

Honduran striker José Mario Pinto scored his first goal for Costa Rican club Sporting San José in the 53rd minute against defending champion Herediano, curling a right-footed shot into the net after beating fellow Honduran Getsel Montes down the left flank.

Honduran striker Keyrol Figueroa was loaned to Port Vale in England's fourth division after Liverpool rejected a proposed move to France's first division and other higher-tier offers, sources said.