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Archbishop José Luis Escobar Alas

Archbishop Escobar Alas Urges the Government Not to Turn El Salvador Into “An International Prison.”

 

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — El Salvador risks becoming a “large international prison,” the archbishop of San Salvador warned Sunday, following a wave of U.S. deportations that included alleged gang members from Venezuela and El Salvador. Archbishop José Luis Escobar … Read more

Los Chorros Recreational Park in El Salvador

Los Chorros Recreational Park in El Salvador: A Must-Visit Natural Water Park for Family Fun


Imagine a place where cool, clear water flows from the mountains, creating pools perfect for swimming and playing. Welcome to Los Chorros Recreational Park or “Parque Recreativo Los Chorros,” a magical spot in El Salvador where nature and fun come … Read more

lempa River in El Salvador

El Salvador Seeks $24 Million for Lempa River Restoration Under Landmark Debt Conversion Deal

 

SAN SALVADOR — The Salvadoran government has requested that the Legislative Assembly incorporate $24 million into the Ministry of Finance’s budget to support a far-reaching initiative to restore the Lempa River and enhance water security across the country. The funding … Read more

United States travel advisory for El Salvador

U.S. Lowers El Salvador Travel Advisory to Lowest Level, Citing Security Improvements


WASHINGTON — In a major shift that signals growing international confidence in El Salvador’s security landscape, the U.S. State Department downgraded its travel advisory to Level 1, its lowest level—advising travelers to exercise only standard precautions. The travel rating improvement … Read more

Holy Week Security Plan

El Salvador Launches Holy Week Security Plan This Friday

 

SAN SALVADOR — The government will officially launch its national Holy Week security plan on Friday, aiming to prevent accidents and protect the public during one of the country’s most traveled holiday periods, officials announced this week. Luis Amaya, director … Read more

U.S. Supreme Court

Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court to Reinstate Deportation Flights Under Alien Enemies Act


WASHINGTON — The Trump administration on Friday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in a legal battle over the use of the Alien Enemies Act, seeking to reinstate deportation flights for alleged Venezuelan gang members. The emergency request follows … Read more

Relatives Protest El Salvador’s State of Exception

Relatives of People Detained During the State of Exception Call for Their Release


SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — Hundreds of relatives of people detained under El Salvador’s State of Exception marched Thursday to demand the release of their loved ones and the repeal of the emergency measure, which marks its third anniversary. Demonstrators … Read more