But Belize isn't backing down and today the PM reiterated - not a single inch will be forfeited. And while he again praised the BDF, he lectured the BTV about being more cautious.
John Briceno, Prime Minister
"I've said it from the beginning, we remain steadfast on the protection of our territory. We are not going to cede a single inch and again I continue to praise the bravery of the BDF that despite that they've been outnumbered not only in personnel but even equipment and boats, they've stood their ground and I'm very proud of them. The territorial group, we know what has been their position all along and I applaud them but at the same time, I urge them to be careful. Civilians are going in front of soldiers and anything can happen. Thank God so far nothing has happened so they don't need to go there to say it belongs to us, it belongs to us and we've been saying over and over, everybody has a right to go but you need to be more cautious at this time when tensions are so high."
