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Guatemala's president denies report of US deal on anti-drug trafficking strikes

Guatemala’s president denied any new deal with the United States to conduct anti-drug trafficking strikes on Guatemalan soil.
Arévalo said any cooperation falls within existing agreements and does not involve new authorization from Congress.
The president stressed that only the Guatemalan Congress can authorize operations involving soldiers on Guatemalan soil.
The Pentagon declined to speculate on future operations or discuss security details but noted cooperation with regional partners.
Guatemala published materials noting pre-existing agreements about joint operations with the United States.
U.S. agents’ presence in the region and related operations are part of broader regional security cooperation.
The New York Times reported the existence of an agreement, triggering the official response from Guatemala.
The reported issue comes amid tensions over sovereignty and security cooperation with the United States.
AP coverage notes related updates and other stories in Latin America as context for the issue.
The report mentions maritime interdictions as part of past and current collaboration.

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