Deadly Floods in Honduras Expose Regional Vulnerabilities and Risks to U.S. Interests

Natural disasters rarely respect borders, and the recent floods ravaging Honduras underscore a grim reality that resonates deeply with American interests. Since late September, relentless rains have led to the deaths of at least 16 people and left over 34,000 others affected across the Central American nation. The devastation—flooded homes, destroyed roads, and isolated communities—has been reported by Honduran civil protection agencies still struggling to manage this escalating crisis. Why Honduras' Flood Crisis Matters to America At first glance, this might seem like a distant tragedy confined within Honduras’ borders. But this natural disaster feeds into a broader pattern of...