In Guatemala, the long-standing civil war, which began in 1960, was marked by deep-rooted socio-political tensions and severe human rights violations. The conflict involved a range of issues including land rights, ethnic discrimination, and repression of leftist movements. After years of negotiations, the Guatemalan government and the Guatemalan National Revolutionary Unity (URNG) reached a significant breakthrough. The peace accords, formally signed in the capital, marked the end of a devastating war that had claimed over 200,000 lives and displaced many thousands more. The agreements included commitments to demilitarize the country, reform the judicial system, and address issues related to poverty and education, aiming to build a more just and equitable society.The signing of the accords was attended by various diplomats and international observers who had supported the peace process. The accords, known as the Peace Accords of 1996, constituted a framework for both recovery and development efforts in the post-war period. The international community’s involvement was pivotal, as it provided necessary oversight and support for the implementation of the agreements. In the years following the peace accord, Guatemala faced challenges in fulfilling the commitments laid out, but the end of the conflict initiated a significant transformation for the country’s governance and society. The accords serve as an important example of peace restoration in a region long plagued by conflict.