Guatemala's Presidential Election Plunged into Chaos as Top Party Faces Suspension

The presidential election in Guatemala is thrown into uncertainty as the country's top electoral body certifies the results of the first-round elections, sending former first lady Sandra Torres and reformist candidate Bernardo Arévalo to a runoff. However, at the same time, another court accuses Arévalo's party of fraud and bars him from participating in politics. Arévalo refuses to obey the decision, calling it politically motivated. The electoral body is unsure of the court's decision's implications, while independent watchdog groups criticize it as an act of illegality. The US expresses concerns about threats to Guatemala's electoral democracy and emphasizes the need for institutions to respect the will of voters.