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A Priest Goes Missing! Is the Nicaraguan Government Behind It?
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A Priest Goes Missing! Is the Nicaraguan Government Behind It?

Human Rights Watch Protests Against the Disappearance of a Priest in Nicaragua Floriano Ceferino Vargas, a priest affiliated with the Bluefields Diocese in southern Nicaragua, has reportedly gone missing following his detention by the police. This alarming event occurred shortly after he
3 December 2024
The Impact of Constitutional Reforms on Human Rights in Nicaragua
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The Impact of Constitutional Reforms on Human Rights in Nicaragua

Nicaragua’s Constitutional Reform Under Scrutiny A recent pronouncement by the United Nations’ Human Rights Expert Group on Nicaragua expressed deep concerns regarding the complete overhaul of the country’s constitution, granting President Daniel Ortega’s government virtually unlimited power over the population. Analysing the
2 December 2024
Nicaragua’s Political Landscape Shifting Dramatically
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Nicaragua’s Political Landscape Shifting Dramatically

Nicaragua Witnesses Unprecedented Political Transitions Nicaragua is experiencing a period of intense political upheaval as the administration of Daniel Ortega embarks on a series of drastic measures aimed at solidifying their power grip. Recent arrests of alleged opposition figures have sparked widespread
1 December 2024
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Nicaragua’s Constitutional Reform Sparks International Concern

Nicaragua’s recent constitutional reform has raised alarms internationally, with critics raising concerns over the consolidation of authoritarian power. The government of Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo pushed through over 100 changes to the national constitution, aiming to further solidify their control over
28 November 2024
Nicaragua Exiles Call for Stronger Action Against Regime
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Nicaragua Exiles Call for Stronger Action Against Regime

A group of Nicaraguan exiles, many of whom have renounced their nationality, has urged the international community to increase sanctions against the regime of Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo. This call comes in response to recent constitutional reforms that have been deemed
27 November 2024
Nicaragua Enacts Law to Enhance National Security
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Nicaragua Enacts Law to Enhance National Security

Nicaragua’s government recently passed a new law aimed at bolstering national security and safeguarding against external threats. The legislation, titled the “National Security and Defense Law,” grants the government expanded authority over security matters, allowing for greater coordination between the military, police,
26 November 2024
Nicaraguan Artists Thriving in Exile Amidst Repressive Regime

Nicaraguan Artists Thriving in Exile Amidst Repressive Regime

Nicaraguan artists defy oppression: Despite facing persecution and threats from the Ortega government, Nicaraguan artists living in exile continue to flourish creatively, showcasing resilience and determination in their work. Government attempts to silence: Rather than representing a people silenced by oppressive tactics,
24 November 2024
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