Honduras court backs former president’s extradition

The top court in Honduras has backed the extradition of former President Juan Hernandez to the United States.
Judiciary spokesman, Melvin Duarte, said the Honduras Supreme Court rejected an appeal by Hernandez, following a judge’s decision to accept a US extradition request.
The former president, who held office from 2014 to 2022, could face a life sentence if convicted.
US authorities have accused him of participating in a drug-trafficking scheme.