Costa Rica Uncovers Alleged Assassination Plot Against President Before Elections

Costa Rica's national security chief, Jorge Torres, revealed an alleged assassination plot against President Rodrigo Chaves ahead of the February 1 elections. A woman reportedly alerted authorities about a paid hitman targeting Chaves, prompting reinforced security measures. Attorney General Carlo Diaz is investigating a female suspect but found no evidence linking the plot to the elections. Chaves, barred from reelection, supports Laura Fernández, who campaigns on tough crime policies. El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele is visiting to inaugurate a new prison modeled after his country's facility.