Friday, April 26, 2024
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Sarstoon River

Guatemalan Armed Forces Attempts to Block Belizean Vessel

Two media personnel was traversing the Sarstoon River this morning when they were approached by a Guatemalan Armed Forces (GAF) vessel.

GOB’s restriction on Sarstoon River met with disapproval

GOB has implemented a restriction on Sarstoon River which is causing much dispute within the Belizean community.

Government of Belize Places Temporary Restrictions on Movement in Belize’s Portion of the Sarstoon River for One Month

The regulations prohibit persons and vessels, without lawful authority, from entering into Belize's portion of the Sarstoon River.

Despite warning from the PM, BTV’s expedition to the border is a go!

Despite GOB’s attempts to dissuade such trips to the boarder, both group leaders have announced that the expeditions will go on.

Guatemala lashes at CARICOM; Belizean soldier shot at the border

In the short few months of 2016, the relation between Belize and Guatemala grown more tense.

Confrontation in the Sarstoon: Belize-Guatemala tensions escalate

On Saturday, March 12th, a confrontation between the armed forces of Belize and Guatemala was set to unravel at the Sarstoon area in Southern Belize.

BTV Expedition greeted with a blockade from the Guatemala Armed Forces

Guatemalan forces blocked the BTV trip to Sarstoon River on Saturday, January 27th, which is an area within Belizean Territory.

Forward Operating Base at Sarstoon coming along

On Wednesday, February 10th the Minister of National Security, Honorable John Saldivar visited the Forward Operating Base construction site, applauding the rapid pace of construction.