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Israel Congratulates Honduras' Controversial President-Elect Amid Fraud Claims

12/25/2025

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Israel Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar congratulated Honduras President-elect Nasry Asfura after a contentious election marred by fraud allegations.
Asfura won with 40.27% of the vote, narrowly defeating Nasralla.
The election raised concerns about Honduras' electoral integrity, with clashes among officials and opposition figures.
Sa’ar emphasized Israel's friendship with Honduras and invited Asfura to visit, noting former government's recall of its ambassador to Israel over alleged humanitarian law violations in Gaza.

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Israel Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar congratulated Honduras President-elect Nasry Asfura after a contentious election marred by fraud allegations.
Asfura won with 40.27% of the vote, narrowly defeating Nasralla.
The election raised concerns about Honduras' electoral integrity, with clashes among officials and opposition figures.
Sa’ar emphasized Israel's friendship with Honduras and invited Asfura to visit, noting former government's recall of its ambassador to Israel over alleged humanitarian law violations in Gaza.