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Nicaragua Approves Constitutional Amendments Extending Ortega’s Presidential Term
The Nicaraguan Congress has passed a controversial constitutional reform that extends the presidential term to seven years and effectively suspends upcoming elections. The legislation also bars opposition candidates from running, consolidating President Daniel Ortega’s grip on power.
2 Sept, 00:08 — 2 Sept, 09:48
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ReutersVery High12h ago
Nicaraguan Congress passes Ortega-backed reform excluding opposition from elections - reuters.com
Nicaraguan Congress passes Ortega-backed reform excluding opposition from elections reuters.com
Read full article →EL PAISMostly Factual3h ago
Daniel Ortega suspends this year’s elections and extends his mandate until 2028
After international rejection of plans to eliminate elections outright, the Nicaraguan parliament approved a constitutional reform that excludes the opposition and seeks to circumvent pressure from the United States
By Wilfredo Miranda
Read full article →star-malaysiaMixed12h ago
Nicaraguan Congress passes Ortega-backed reform excluding opposition from elections - The Star
Nicaraguan Congress passes Ortega-backed reform excluding opposition from elections The Star
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