US State Department urges Honduras to finalize electoral results immediately

On December 18, 2025, the U.S. State Department"s Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs issued a statement on X, urging the National Electoral Council (CNE) of Honduras to initiate the special scrutiny process immediately to finalize the official electoral results. The statement emphasized the importance of respecting the voices of 3.4 million Hondurans.

The U.S. government warned that any attempts to disrupt public order or hinder the CNE"s work would result in consequences. The call for prompt action comes as the electoral process in Honduras seeks to ensure transparency and legitimacy in the final results.

This development follows a period of heightened scrutiny regarding electoral integrity in the region, reflecting ongoing concerns about democratic processes in Central America. For further context on similar situations, see recent developments in international politics.