Edition of November 2, 2026
Rebel Bites
Theresa Ejiro EfiakpovworeA letter attributed to the head of Haiti's 400 Mawozo gang asks the UN to mediate talks, as the search for four Salvadoran soldiers continues
Haitian media circulated a letter, dated November 1 and reportedly addressed to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, in which the leader of the 400 Mawozo gang, Wilson Joseph, alias Lanmò San Jou, asks for a United Nations delegation to facilitate talks with the international forces in Haiti, according to DW, La Página, Contrapunto and Infobae. The gang operates in Croix-des-Bouquets, on the outskirts of Port-au-Prince, the area where four Salvadoran soldiers were attacked on October 18. According to DW and La Página, the letter argues that President Nayib Bukele's "threats" against the gangs to hand over the soldiers could increase violence, and says: "Our country, deeply punished by insecurity and poverty, needs dialogue, justice and reconciliation, not new human losses" (our translation). The United States offers up to one million dollars for information leading to his capture. According to El Diario de Hoy, 15 days after the ambush the whereabouts of the four soldiers are still unconfirmed.
Thousands of Salvadorans decorate their loved ones' graves with flowers on All Souls' Day
Cemeteries across the country received thousands of people on Monday, November 2, who came to clean, paint and lay flowers on their relatives' graves, according to La Página, Co Latino and Diario1. Co Latino reports that the cemeteries were open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and that the San Salvador Centro mayor's office expected to serve more than 70,000 visitors; at La Bermeja there were dozens of stalls selling handmade flowers. At the old cemetery in Soyapango, artificial flowers prevailed amid the mayors' offices' restrictions on bringing in certain products, and some vendors said sales were low, according to Diario1, which cites grave cleaning and painting services starting at $3. The PNC and the Armed Forces said they kept security deployments at cemeteries across the country.
Rapper Trueno's El Salvador concert moves from November 6 to April 23, 2027
Argentine rapper Trueno's concert, scheduled for Friday, November 6, 2026, at Be Sport, will take place on Friday, April 23, 2027, at the same venue, the promoters SG Productions and Playground by Cosmo announced on Monday, according to Diario El Salvador and Diario El Mundo. The promoters attributed the change to "force majeure causes affecting cargo logistics and the development of the artist's international tour" (our translation). Tickets already bought remain valid for the new date, with the same seating and no extra steps. Those who cannot attend can request a refund through Fun Capital's official channels.
The PNC reports zero homicides on Sunday, November 1
According to the National Civil Police (PNC), Sunday, November 1, ended with 0 homicides in the country. The PNC published the count shortly after midnight, as it does every day. The Presidential Press Secretariat said El Salvador "began November with zero homicides nationwide" (our translation) and credited the security work of President Nayib Bukele's government. The Security Ministry and the Armed Forces reposted the PNC count. The figures are the government's.
Relatives and neighbors bid farewell to streamer Komanche and bury him in San Sebastián, San Vicente
Carlos José Rivera Alfaro, the content creator known as Komanche, was given a final farewell on Sunday in San Sebastián, San Vicente, his hometown, according to Honduras' El Heraldo and Infobae. According to Infobae, his remains were buried that day after a funeral Mass, having first lain in a funeral home decorated with flower arrangements. Infobae, with photos from EFE, describes a large farewell with applause and music. Rivera Alfaro was 30 and died on October 25 in Monterrey, Mexico, according to EFE.
La Calabiuza again fills Tonacatepeque with characters from Salvadoran folklore
The district of Tonacatepeque, known as the "capital of mythology," held the Calabiuza Festival on Sunday, November 1, on the eve of All Souls' Day. According to EFE, carried by Infobae, the festival has been held every November 1 since 1992 and draws hundreds of people; neighborhood groups dress up as characters such as the Siguanaba and the Headless Priest and parade through the streets with the Carreta Chillona (the creaking cart). El Diario de Hoy reported that the parade set off at 6:00 p.m. from the cemetery area toward the town center, and that there were crafts, folk dances and a handout of ayote en miel (squash in cane-sugar syrup). The same outlet said tourists from the United States, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, the Dominican Republic and Colombia attended.
Balboa stun Alianza 1-0 and Águila win in Gotera in Round 18 of the Apertura
Atlético Balboa beat Alianza 1-0 on Sunday at the Marcelino Imbers stadium in La Unión, in Round 18 of the 2026 Apertura tournament, according to Diario Co Latino and El Diario de Hoy. Co Latino notes the match was 0-0 for 89 minutes; El Diario de Hoy credits the goal to Josué Cabrera. Águila won away against Fuerte San Francisco at the Correcaminos stadium in San Francisco Gotera after coming from behind. According to El Diario de Hoy, Águila reached 30 points and moved into fourth place. Co Latino reported that Firpo and FAS drew 1-1 and share the lead.
Electoral tribunal swears in the overseas-vote board and the 14 departmental boards for the 2027 elections
The Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) on Saturday, October 31, swore in the members of the Overseas Vote Electoral Board (JELVEX) and the 14 Departmental Electoral Boards (JED) ahead of the general elections on February 28, 2027, according to Diario El Mundo and Diario Co Latino. Co Latino notes it is the first time the TSE has sworn in the JELVEX, following reforms that create an electoral district for Salvadorans abroad. According to El Mundo, the JELVEX has three members, nominated by Nuevas Ideas, ARENA and the FMLN, and is in charge of the automated preliminary count. TSE president Roxana Soriano said that "trust in an electoral process is built from its preparation" (our translation). El Mundo reported that Vamos secretary general Cesia Rivas said only two full members of the JELVEX attended.
Press Secretariat: The Press Secretariat shares a photo of a rainbow over the Jardines del Recuerdo cemetery in San Salvador Centro on All Souls' Day
The Press Secretariat shares a photo of a rainbow over the Jardines del Recuerdo cemetery in San Salvador Centro on All Souls' Day.
PNC: It is keeping security deployments nationwide as families keep arriving at cemeteries
The PNC says it is keeping security deployments nationwide as families keep arriving at cemeteries.
Press Secretariat: The Press Secretariat says families visited and decorated graves at San Salvador's General Cemetery
The Press Secretariat says families visited and decorated graves at San Salvador's General Cemetery.
PNC: It helped an elderly man who injured his leg in a fall at the cemetery in cantón La Isla, Metapán, and that he was taken to a medical facility
The PNC says it helped an elderly man who injured his leg in a fall at the cemetery in cantón La Isla, Metapán, and that he was taken to a medical facility.
Armed Forces: Says they are keeping a presence inside and around the country's cemeteries on November 2
The Armed Forces say they are keeping a presence inside and around the country's cemeteries on November 2.
PNC: Shows its PANTOS drone unit and Traffic Division watching over the La Resurrección memorial park in San Salvador
The PNC shows its PANTOS drone unit and Traffic Division watching over the La Resurrección memorial park in San Salvador.
Bukele: Reposts a Bloomberg post saying one of Haiti's most notorious gangs is asking for peace talks amid the arrival of thousands of Salvadoran troops
Bukele reposts a Bloomberg post saying one of Haiti's most notorious gangs is asking for peace talks amid the arrival of thousands of Salvadoran troops.
Armed Forces: Repost the PNC count of zero homicides on November 1
The Armed Forces repost the PNC count of zero homicides on November 1.
Press Secretariat: The Press Secretariat highlights that November began without homicides and credits the government's security policy
The Press Secretariat highlights that November began without homicides and credits the government's security policy.
PNC: Says Sunday, November 1, ended with zero homicides in the country
The PNC says Sunday, November 1, ended with zero homicides in the country.
Press Secretariat: The Press Secretariat says the show "El mundo mágico de Cri-Cri" has ended; according to the government it had 25 performances, some for students and families in early-childhood programs
The Press Secretariat says the show "El mundo mágico de Cri-Cri" has ended; according to the government it had 25 performances, some for students and families in early-childhood programs.
Press Secretariat: The Press Secretariat shares a photo and says security lets families visit these places without fear
The Press Secretariat shares a photo and says security lets families visit these places without fear.
PNC: It has officers at the fairground for the patron saint festivities of San Antonio Abad canton, in Ciudad Arce
The PNC says it has officers at the fairground for the patron saint festivities of San Antonio Abad canton, in Ciudad Arce.
PNC: Shows tourists walking around Apaneca, Ahuachapán Centro, on Sunday night and highlights its police presence
The PNC shows tourists walking around Apaneca, Ahuachapán Centro, on Sunday night and highlights its police presence.
PNC: Shares images of families at Puerta del Diablo Nature Park in Panchimalco and presents it as a sign of security
The PNC shares images of families at Puerta del Diablo Nature Park in Panchimalco and presents it as a sign of security.
PNC: A security operation at Estadio Cuscatlán during Ricardo Arjona's second concert, to keep entry orderly and keep out prohibited items
The PNC reports a security operation at Estadio Cuscatlán during Ricardo Arjona's second concert, to keep entry orderly and keep out prohibited items.
PNC: The November 1 cemetery visits in all 14 departments ended under a large security operation
The PNC says the November 1 cemetery visits in all 14 departments ended under a large security operation.
PNC: Shows families decorating graves at the Mejicanos Municipal Cemetery and says its officers are keeping order
The PNC shows families decorating graves at the Mejicanos Municipal Cemetery and says its officers are keeping order.