Nasry Asfura Declared Winner of Honduras Presidential Election Amid Controversy

Conservative candidate Nasry Asfura has been declared the winner of Honduras' presidential election, securing 40.3% of the vote, according to the National Electoral Council (CNE). His closest rival, Salvador Nasralla of the Liberal Party, received 39.5%.

The election, held on November 30, faced significant delays due to technical issues and allegations of fraud. The CNE attributed the delays to maintenance performed by the private company responsible for vote tabulation without prior notice.

Outgoing President Xiomara Castro and her party, LIBRE, have contested the results, alleging an "electoral coup" and interference from U.S. President Donald Trump, who endorsed Asfura. Trump had warned of consequences if Asfura's narrow lead was overturned and threatened to withdraw financial support if he did not win.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated Asfura on his victory and urged all parties to respect the result to ensure a peaceful transition.

The election outcome reflects a shift to the right in Honduras, with the ruling LIBRE party's candidate, Rixi Moncada, finishing third with 19.19% of the vote.