The killing of an eco-defender in Honduras ... - America Magazine
WEB2 days ago · Juan López was gunned down as he was leaving Mass by a still unidentified assassin, becoming the latest casualty among defenders of creation and Indigenous and human rights in Honduras.
The US and UN condemn the killing of an environmentalist in Honduras
WEB4 days ago · Honduran President Xiomara Castro confirmed the killing of Juan López on Saturday in the rural Caribbean region of Colón, where a number of environmentalists battling mining projects have been killed in recent years. Castro called his death a “vile murder” and promised to investigate the killing.
Honduran anti-mining activist who fought to save rivers is killed
WEB6 days ago · Juan Lopez was shot dead on Saturday night by several men as he headed home in his car from church, an official told Reuters, speaking on condition of anonymity.
Honduras: Anti-mining activist Juan Lopez shot dead
WEB6 days ago · Honduras: Anti-mining activist Juan Lopez shot dead 09/16/2024 September 16, 2024. Juan Lopez is the fourth member of an environmental activism group based in in Tocoa to be killed since 2023.
Honduran anti-mining activist who fought to save rivers is killed
WEB6 days ago · The United Nations resident coordinator in Honduras, Alice Shackelford, said Lopez had been threatened for his activism, and she praised his efforts to stand up to powerful interests.
US and UN condemn slaying of environmentalist in Honduras
WEB4 days ago · “I strongly condemn the murder of Juan López, a courageous environmental defender and municipal councilor in Honduras, and call for a thorough and transparent investigation,” he wrote on X.
Environmental activist who feared for life killed in Honduras
WEB6 days ago · Juan Lopez, 46, was gunned down as he left church Saturday in the northeastern town of Tocoa, his widow Thelma Pena told AFP.
The US and UN condemn the killing of an environmentalist in Honduras
WEB4 days ago · MEXICO CITY (AP) — The U.S. State Department and other global leaders on Tuesday denounced the slaying of another environmental leader in rural Honduras, adding to mounting concern of ongoing violence against environmentalists in Latin America. Honduran President Xiomara Castro confirmed the …
La Iglesia hondureña condena el asesinato del ... - Vatican News
WEB4 days ago · La Iglesia hondureña condena el asesinato del ambientalista Juan López. El defensor del medio ambiente y miembro de la Red Eclesial Mesoamericana fue asesinado este domingo tras asistir a misa. El hecho ha sido condenado por la Conferencia Episcopal de Honduras y el Consejo Episcopal Latinoamericano. Ariana Pernía Paolini - …
Catholic leaders mourn the killing of Honduran environmental …
WEB4 days ago · In a video posted by several Honduran news outlets, ... Outside Honduras, ... “I join my voice with the loved ones of Juan Lopez and all environmental activists who say the killing must end ...