Nicaragua Postpones Vote on Excluding Opposition from Elections
Nicaragua has postponed until September a legislative vote on measures to exclude opposition parties from elections, according to co-leader Rosario Murillo.
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Nicaragua's Ortega Decrees End to Elections
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has openly decreed that there will be no more elections in the country, marking a point of no return of unprecedented gravity.
Nicaragua Moves to Abolish Elections, Drawing UN Condemnation
Nicaragua's parliament is planning to eliminate elections, effectively codifying President Ortega's declaration and solidifying his power. This move has drawn strong condemnation from the UN human rights chief, who criticized the decision to abolish democratic processes.
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Nicaraguan President Ortega Announces End to Elections, Drawing International Condemnation
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has declared that the country will no longer hold elections, a move that has been widely condemned by the United States and other international bodies, who are calling for Nicaragua's isolation.
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Nicaragua President Ortega Announces End to Elections
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has declared that the country will no longer hold elections, stating that opposition parties supported by foreign powers will not be allowed to return to power. This move intensifies his long-term rule and has been widely described as a step towards solidifying a dictatorship.
Photo of the Day: Window at Dulce Nombre de Jesus, Nicaragua
A photo taken by Peter Chartrand from the USA, titled 'Window at Dulce Nombre de Jesus', was featured as the photo of the day by Havana Times.
Nicaragua: Mining Concessions Threaten Indigenous Lands and Rivers
A new report warns that mining concessions in Nicaragua threaten over 160 rivers with contamination, potentially causing irreversible damage to the environment and public health, particularly impacting indigenous lands.
Opinion: Nicaragua's Dictatorship and US Policy
An opinion piece argues that Nicaragua's dictatorship, whose rulers openly reject elections, should be a priority issue for US Senator Marco Rubio.
Nicaragua's Legislature Debates Bill to Bar Opposition from Elections
Nicaragua's legislature is debating a controversial bill that would effectively bar opposition parties from participating in future elections. Critics argue this move is an attempt to consolidate power and suppress dissent.
Nicaragua's Congress Moves to Suspend Elections, Draws UN and US Criticism
Nicaragua's congress announced a 'work plan' to suspend elections, a move condemned by the UN High Commissioner and the United States. This action follows President Daniel Ortega's efforts to abolish elections in the country.
Nicaragua's Ortega Refuses Future Elections, Extending Rule
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has declared there will be no more elections, effectively extending his 20-year rule. The United States has denounced Ortega's decision, calling it authoritarian.
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Nicaragua's President Ortega Declares End to Future Elections
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has announced that the country will 'never again' hold elections, effectively shutting out opposition and aiming to extend his two-decade rule. This decision has been met with international concern over the future of democracy in Nicaragua.
Analysis: Nicaragua's Dictatorship Not Solely Born from Revolution, Ortega's Responsibility Highlighted
An article discusses the origins of Nicaragua's Ortega-Murillo dictatorship, acknowledging shared responsibility for its emergence but emphasizing Daniel Ortega's primary role.
Yonarqui Martinez Survives Cancer and Ortega's Repression in Nicaragua
Nicaragua's leading political prisoners' defense attorney, Yonarqui Martinez, speaks about her battle with breast cancer and her ongoing hope for justice amidst Ortega's repression.
Nicaraguan President Ortega Announces End to Elections
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has announced that there will be no more elections in the country, a move that has been widely condemned as a further step towards dictatorship. The decision has drawn international concern regarding the severe restrictions on fundamental freedoms in Nicaragua.
State Department Condemns Nicaraguan Regime After Leader Ends Elections
The State Department has condemned Nicaragua's revolutionary socialist regime after its far-left leader, Daniel Ortega, declared that the country would never hold elections again, criticizing the Murillo-Ortega dictatorship.
Nicaragua's Political Crisis and Erosion of Democracy
An Economist article warns that Nicaragua's political situation, where the president disregards voters, serves as a cautionary tale for democracies globally.
Nicaragua President Ortega Declares 'No More Elections' in First Public Appearance
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega, in his first public appearance in two months, announced that there would be "no more elections," aiming to close off any path for the opposition without providing further details.
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Nicaragua Severs Diplomatic Ties with Italy Over 1978 Murder Case
Nicaragua has announced the severance of diplomatic relations with Italy, citing a 1978 murder case involving the assassination of former Italian Prime Minister Aldo Moro. The decision follows Italy's request for the extradition of a suspect linked to the killing.