El Salvador, once the world’s most dangerous country, has undergone a remarkable transformation. In 2023, 88% of Salvadorians reported feeling safe walking alone at night, a drastic shift from its violent past. The government’s controversial anti-gang crackdown, which led to the imprisonment of 2% of the population, has significantly reduced crime and violence. However, critics warn that these methods could push the country toward authoritarianism. While El Salvador now ranks among the safest nations in the Western Hemisphere, the long-term sustainability of this approach and its impact on civil liberties remain topics of global debate.See More
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