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Guatemala’s Congress OKs state of siege to respond to gang violence

Guatemala's Congress approved a state of siege in response to escalating gang violence and simultaneous riots at three prisons across the country.

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Guatemala declares state of siege after gang attacks kill 7 police officers

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Death toll rises to 9 in gangsters’ attacks on Guatemalan police as state of emergency is declared

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Death toll from Guatemala gang attacks rises to nine police officers

The death toll from coordinated gang attacks in Guatemala has risen to nine police officers, an official confirmed on Monday, following a weekend of violence that began with prison riots.

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Guatemala Declares State Of Emergency Against Gangs After Prison Standoff Ended

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Gang Members In Guatemala Kill Seven Police After Prison Crackdown: Minister

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Guatemalan prison hostages freed, president declares state of siege

Guatemala's president declared a state of siege on Sunday after security forces freed dozens of prison guards held hostage by inmates, ending a weekend of gang violence that left at least seven police officers dead and another 10 injured.

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Guatemala’s president declares 30-day state of emergency after prison riots

President Bernardo Arevalo issues the order after at least seven police officers killed in riots and hostage-taking.