Saturday, January 27, 2018

Honduran President Hernández Sworn In As Protests Grow



BBC: Honduran President Hernández sworn in amid protests

Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández has been sworn in for a second term with high security in place after a disputed presidential election.

He took the oath at a ceremony in the capital, Tegucigalpa, that was watched by hundreds of guests and spectators.

Soldiers were deployed on the streets and opposition supporters protested outside the venue.

President Hernández's win in November has been widely criticised, with his party accused of electoral fraud.

More than 30 people have been killed in violence since the vote.

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More News On Honduran President Hernández Being Sworn In

Honduran president starts new term as fiery protests erupt -- AP
Honduran president sworn in amid protests after election chaos -- Reuters
Honduran president begins second term amid angry protests -- AFP
Honduran President To Begin Second Term After Controversial Election -- NPR

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