Jul 17, 2026Magnitude 7.3 earthquake strikes off Mexico-Guatemala borderA powerful earthquake hit the southern Mexican Pacific coast near the Guatemala border, triggering a brief tsunami alert. Shaking was felt from Mexico City to El Salvador, though no immediate damage was reported.Jul 17, 2026·11 sources00
Apr 22, 2026Mass Trial Begins for 486 Alleged Gang Members in El SalvadorEl Salvador commenced a mass trial for 486 alleged MS-13 gang members, collectively accused of committing more than 47,000 crimes including murder. The trial is being conducted via video link from prison facilities.Apr 22, 2026·3 sources00
Apr 16, 2026El Salvador Passes Law Allowing Life Sentences for Children as Young as 12President Nayib Bukele signed reforms allowing life imprisonment for people as young as 12 convicted of serious crimes including homicide, rape, and gang membership, marking a significant expansion of his hardline security policies.Apr 16, 2026·2 sources00
