The Ukraine crisis has revived a struggle over Latin America between the U.S. and Russia, as Vladimir V. Putin seeks greater influence in the region.
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Nicaragua Seizes Universities, Inching Toward Dictatorship
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.
Taiwan Loses Nicaragua as Ally as Tensions With China Rise
The nation switched diplomatic allegiance to Beijing, leaving 13 nations and the Vatican still recognizing Taiwan as a sovereign nation.
Taiwan Loses Nicaragua as Ally as Tensions With China Rise
The nation switched diplomatic allegiance to Beijing, leaving 13 nations and the Vatican still recognizing Taiwan as a sovereign nation.
In Nicaragua Election, Ortega Crushes Dissent
President Daniel Ortega quashed the opposition and struck fear in voters, all but guaranteeing his victory in a presidential contest on Sunday.
Democracy, or Something Like It
No one is fooled when authoritarian leaders carry out fake elections. So why do they bother?
Enrique Bolaños, Former President of Nicaragua, Dies at 93
A conservative leader who fought corruption and pushed for economic progress, Mr. Bolaños believed that his country was in a time of crisis.
Nicaragua Denies Entry to New York Times Journalist Amid Escalating Crisis
The refusal to admit the reporter comes amid a nationwide crackdown on journalists, opposition politicians and civil society groups.
In Nicaragua, Repression Deepens as More Opposition Leaders Are Detained
With a stunning wave of arrests of political opponents and civil society leaders, President Daniel Ortega will practically be unopposed in November elections.
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.