Guatemala requests US military cooperation against drug trafficking
Guatemala has requested military cooperation from the US to combat drug trafficking, focusing on equipment, training, and expert assistance. The agreement does not permit US military operations on Guatemalan soil and adheres to existing bilateral agreements. President Bernardo Arévalo confirmed discussions with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to enhance collaboration in this area.
- ▪Guatemala's president has requested US military cooperation to assist in operations against drug trafficking.
- ▪The cooperation will include access to equipment, training, and experts but will not involve US military operations on Guatemalan territory.
- ▪Discussions between Guatemalan officials and US defense leaders aim to expand on a strategy initiated in 2024.
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Guatemalan soldiers on their way to patrol the Gallito neighborhood of Guatemala City on 22 January 2026. Photograph: Johan Ordóñez/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenGuatemalan soldiers on their way to patrol the Gallito neighborhood of Guatemala City on 22 January 2026. Photograph: Johan Ordóñez/AFP/Getty ImagesGuatemalaGuatemala requests US military cooperation against drug traffickingCentral American country says its president spoke with Pete Hegseth to confirm terms of cooperation Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Guardian staff and agenciesThu 28 May 2026 16.35 EDTLast modified on Thu 28 May 2026 17.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleGuatemala has requested US military cooperation spanning access to equipment, training and experts to assist Guatemalan…
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