Many see the move as President Daniel Ortega’s latest effort to clamp down on dissent, after persecuting political opponents and extending his time in office.
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Nicaragua’s Democracy Hangs by Thread as Crackdown Deepens
Under President Daniel Ortega, the country is a step away from becoming a one-party state. Money-laundering charges against his main rival have heightened concerns.
Nicaragua’s Ruling Sandinistas Fall Victim to Covid-19, Highlighting the Disease’s Spread
The haphazard, politicized response to the pandemic by the country’s leaders has put the government’s own officials and supporters at particular risk.
Nicaragua Frees Political Prisoners After International Pressure
The release of dozens of Nicaraguan detainees came amid bolstered United States sanctions and criticism of a crackdown on hunger strikers.
Nicaragua Has a Simple Message for Protesters: Don’t
For nearly two years, Nicaraguans have been rising up against their government. It has cost some dearly.
Nicaraguan Supreme Court Justice Slams His Former Ally, President Ortega
The resignation of Rafael Solis, an ally of President Daniel Ortega since the 1970s, is seen as the highest-profile defection in Nicaragua’s political crisis.
Costa Rica Dispatch: 23,000 Nicaraguans Have Fled to Costa Rica. 50 Fugitives Are Hiding Here.
At a secret safe house, protesters wanted by the Nicaraguan government hope their exile is brief. All want to return and renew their uprising against President Ortega, “even if it’s only with rocks.”
Nicaraguan Supreme Court Justice Resigns in Protest
As Judge Rafael Solís Cerda steps down, a scathing open letter denounces President Daniel Ortega’s violent response to dissent.
In Nicaragua, Ortega Was on the Ropes. Now, He Has Protesters on the Run.
When huge protests demanded that he leave office, President Daniel Ortega’s days seemed numbered. But his repressive response has sent thousands into hiding and tightened his hold on power.
Raising Pressure on Nicaragua, U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Vice President
Vice president and first lady Rosario Murillo, along with a top aide, was targeted with penalties aimed at ending a harsh crackdown.