PolicySaturday, June 27, 2026Mongabay
Honduras taps armed forces to eliminate deforestation by 2029. Is it working?
Honduras is mobilizing its armed forces to combat deforestation within its protected areas, aiming for significant reductions by 2029. However, reports indicate that despite these efforts, deforestation rates remain alarmingly high, raising concerns about the effectiveness of this militarized approach to environmental protection.



