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Families broken by a dictatorship': Christmas exacerbates the trauma of separation among Nicaraguans

Nicaragua's immigration reform has severely impacted families hoping to reunite during the holidays, causing them to abandon travel plans due to safety concerns.

Nicaragua approves reforms boosting power of President Ortega and his wife

Nicaragua's recent legislative reforms consolidate power for Ortega and Murillo amid accusations of dissent suppression and democratic backsliding.

Nicaragua bans 1,500 NGOs in latest crackdown against civil society

Nicaragua's government has intensified its crackdown on NGOs viewed as hostile, outlawing over 1,500 organizations and seizing their assets.

Pope Raises Concerns about Church in Nicaragua

Pope Francis expressed concern over the worsening situation of the Catholic Church in Nicaragua during his New Year's Day address.
The government of President Daniel Ortega has cracked down on the Catholic Church, detaining clerics, expelling missionaries, and limiting religious celebrations.

US trade office initiates investigation into Nicaragua human rights abuses

The US government is launching an investigation into Nicaragua's human rights violations and labor rights abuses under the leadership of Katherine Tai.

Nicaragua: President Ortega, wife to be granted new powers DW 11/22/2024

The constitutional reform strengthens presidential power in Nicaragua, promoting Rosario Murillo to co-president, raising concerns over the establishment of a dictatorship.

Families broken by a dictatorship': Christmas exacerbates the trauma of separation among Nicaraguans

Nicaragua's immigration reform has severely impacted families hoping to reunite during the holidays, causing them to abandon travel plans due to safety concerns.

Nicaragua approves reforms boosting power of President Ortega and his wife

Nicaragua's recent legislative reforms consolidate power for Ortega and Murillo amid accusations of dissent suppression and democratic backsliding.

Nicaragua bans 1,500 NGOs in latest crackdown against civil society

Nicaragua's government has intensified its crackdown on NGOs viewed as hostile, outlawing over 1,500 organizations and seizing their assets.

Pope Raises Concerns about Church in Nicaragua

Pope Francis expressed concern over the worsening situation of the Catholic Church in Nicaragua during his New Year's Day address.
The government of President Daniel Ortega has cracked down on the Catholic Church, detaining clerics, expelling missionaries, and limiting religious celebrations.

US trade office initiates investigation into Nicaragua human rights abuses

The US government is launching an investigation into Nicaragua's human rights violations and labor rights abuses under the leadership of Katherine Tai.

Nicaragua: President Ortega, wife to be granted new powers DW 11/22/2024

The constitutional reform strengthens presidential power in Nicaragua, promoting Rosario Murillo to co-president, raising concerns over the establishment of a dictatorship.
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Bitcoin's Role In Defending Democracy In Nicaragua With Felix Maradiaga

Nicaraguan activist uses Bitcoin to combat financial repression under Ortega's autocratic rule.

US secures release of 135 political prisoners in Nicaragua DW 09/05/2024

The U.S. secured the release of 135 Nicaraguan political prisoners after negotiations, highlighting issues of unjust detentions and humanitarian concerns.

Nicaragua frees 135 political prisoners after secret U.S. negotiations

Nicaragua's government released 135 political prisoners, a sign of diplomatic efforts by the Biden administration amid ongoing repression against religious groups.

US trade office launches probe into abuses by Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo regime in Nicaragua

Biden's administration is intensifying pressure on Nicaragua through an investigation into labor and human rights violations.

Alice Ruiz, a proud Nicaraguan and now SF resident

The 2018 protests in Nicaragua highlighted severe government repression and the tragic impact on civilians, prompting many, like Ruiz, to seek refuge elsewhere.

US secures release of 135 political prisoners from Nicaragua

The U.S. facilitated the release of 135 political prisoners in Nicaragua amid government crackdowns on fundamental rights under President Daniel Ortega.

Bitcoin's Role In Defending Democracy In Nicaragua With Felix Maradiaga

Nicaraguan activist uses Bitcoin to combat financial repression under Ortega's autocratic rule.

US secures release of 135 political prisoners in Nicaragua DW 09/05/2024

The U.S. secured the release of 135 Nicaraguan political prisoners after negotiations, highlighting issues of unjust detentions and humanitarian concerns.

Nicaragua frees 135 political prisoners after secret U.S. negotiations

Nicaragua's government released 135 political prisoners, a sign of diplomatic efforts by the Biden administration amid ongoing repression against religious groups.

US trade office launches probe into abuses by Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo regime in Nicaragua

Biden's administration is intensifying pressure on Nicaragua through an investigation into labor and human rights violations.

Alice Ruiz, a proud Nicaraguan and now SF resident

The 2018 protests in Nicaragua highlighted severe government repression and the tragic impact on civilians, prompting many, like Ruiz, to seek refuge elsewhere.

US secures release of 135 political prisoners from Nicaragua

The U.S. facilitated the release of 135 political prisoners in Nicaragua amid government crackdowns on fundamental rights under President Daniel Ortega.
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Nicaragua: Ortega and wife to assume absolute power after changes approved

Ortega and his wife are consolidating power through constitutional amendments, increasing control over media and targeting political dissent.

Nicaragua's Ortega and Murillo consolidate their power over the army and the police

Ortega and Murillo are rapidly reforming Nicaraguan laws to consolidate power and suppress opposition, using legal mechanisms to entrench their totalitarian regime.

Nicaragua: Ortega and wife to assume absolute power after changes approved

Ortega and his wife are consolidating power through constitutional amendments, increasing control over media and targeting political dissent.

Nicaragua's Ortega and Murillo consolidate their power over the army and the police

Ortega and Murillo are rapidly reforming Nicaraguan laws to consolidate power and suppress opposition, using legal mechanisms to entrench their totalitarian regime.
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Wealthy nations committed to $300 billion annually to support the Global South in climate change efforts at COP29.
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Continuing crackdown on churches and NGOs moves Nicaragua further from democracy to authoritarianism

The Nicaraguan government has suppressed over 1,500 nonprofits as part of a broader crackdown on civil society under President Ortega's authoritarian regime.

An American Church Thrived in Nicaragua. Then Its Pastors Went to Prison.

Nicaragua's authoritarian regime is specifically targeting religious leaders and organizations, escalating its crackdown on evangelical churches.

Una iglesia de EE. UU. prospero en Nicaragua. Luego, sus pastores fueron encarcelados

Nicaragua's authoritarian regime has targeted religious leaders, while the Mountain Gateway church thrived with government support before facing repression.

Nicaragua Shutters 1,500 Nonprofit Groups, Many of Them Churches

The Nicaraguan government has intensified its crackdown on nonprofit organizations, including evangelical churches, as part of a broader authoritarian strategy.

She Was the First Nicaraguan to Be Crowned Miss Universe. Can She Ever Go Home?

Miss Universe Sheynnis Palacios became a national hero for Nicaragua, but her victory was soon overshadowed by government repression against her supporters.

Continuing crackdown on churches and NGOs moves Nicaragua further from democracy to authoritarianism

The Nicaraguan government has suppressed over 1,500 nonprofits as part of a broader crackdown on civil society under President Ortega's authoritarian regime.

An American Church Thrived in Nicaragua. Then Its Pastors Went to Prison.

Nicaragua's authoritarian regime is specifically targeting religious leaders and organizations, escalating its crackdown on evangelical churches.

Una iglesia de EE. UU. prospero en Nicaragua. Luego, sus pastores fueron encarcelados

Nicaragua's authoritarian regime has targeted religious leaders, while the Mountain Gateway church thrived with government support before facing repression.

Nicaragua Shutters 1,500 Nonprofit Groups, Many of Them Churches

The Nicaraguan government has intensified its crackdown on nonprofit organizations, including evangelical churches, as part of a broader authoritarian strategy.

She Was the First Nicaraguan to Be Crowned Miss Universe. Can She Ever Go Home?

Miss Universe Sheynnis Palacios became a national hero for Nicaragua, but her victory was soon overshadowed by government repression against her supporters.
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Nicaragua breaks diplomatic ties with Israel amid ongoing Gaza war

Nicaragua has severed diplomatic relations with Israel, condemning its actions during the Gaza war as fascist and genocidal.

ICJ rejects request to order Germany to stop selling arms to Israel

The International Court of Justice rejected Nicaragua's request to issue Germany emergency orders to desist arms sales to Israel.

Nicaragua says Germany facilitates genocide by aiding Israel DW 03/01/2024

Nicaragua filed a case against Germany at the ICJ for supporting Israel financially and militarily.
South Africa also previously filed a case against Israel for genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

A top U.N. court won't order Germany to halt weapons exports to Israel

The International Court of Justice refused to order Germany to stop sending weapons and aid to Israel, rejecting Nicaragua's request.

Nicaragua drags Germany to ICJ for facilitating Israel's genocide' in Gaza

Nicaragua sues Germany for funding Israel's war on Gaza and cutting aid to UNRWA at ICJ.
Nicaragua accuses Berlin of violating international law by supporting Tel Aviv and asks for emergency measures to cease military aid to Israel.

Germany denies aiding 'genocide' in Gaza, says Israeli security at 'core' of foreign policy

Germany emphasizes Israel's security as a core foreign policy concern.
Germany denies aiding in 'genocide' by providing military aid to Israel.

Nicaragua breaks diplomatic ties with Israel amid ongoing Gaza war

Nicaragua has severed diplomatic relations with Israel, condemning its actions during the Gaza war as fascist and genocidal.

ICJ rejects request to order Germany to stop selling arms to Israel

The International Court of Justice rejected Nicaragua's request to issue Germany emergency orders to desist arms sales to Israel.

Nicaragua says Germany facilitates genocide by aiding Israel DW 03/01/2024

Nicaragua filed a case against Germany at the ICJ for supporting Israel financially and militarily.
South Africa also previously filed a case against Israel for genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

A top U.N. court won't order Germany to halt weapons exports to Israel

The International Court of Justice refused to order Germany to stop sending weapons and aid to Israel, rejecting Nicaragua's request.

Nicaragua drags Germany to ICJ for facilitating Israel's genocide' in Gaza

Nicaragua sues Germany for funding Israel's war on Gaza and cutting aid to UNRWA at ICJ.
Nicaragua accuses Berlin of violating international law by supporting Tel Aviv and asks for emergency measures to cease military aid to Israel.

Germany denies aiding 'genocide' in Gaza, says Israeli security at 'core' of foreign policy

Germany emphasizes Israel's security as a core foreign policy concern.
Germany denies aiding in 'genocide' by providing military aid to Israel.
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Humberto Ortega, Former Miliary Chief in Nicaragua, Dies at 77

Humberto Ortega Saavedra died at 77 after questioning his brother's dictatorship, illustrating the complex dynamics of power within Nicaragua's Sandinista history.

Humberto Ortega, former Sandinista military strategist persecuted by the Ortega-Murillo regime, dies

Ortega Saavedra's military failures led to a significant shift in his career and the Sandinista movement's direction.

Nicaragua tightens control of social media to censor dissent

The reform of Nicaragua's Cyber Crime Law intensifies government control over expression and dissent, threatening freedoms both domestically and internationally.

NYC migrant accused of raping woman in Brooklyn had ICE detainer placed on him: report

Immigrant policy allows dangerous individuals to escape deportation, compromising public safety.
Local law enforcement's lack of cooperation with ICE is criticized by city officials amid rising crime concerns.
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Germany rebukes Nicaragua's Gaza genocide case at ICJ DW 04/08/2024

Nicaragua urges Germany to stop arms exports to Israel, citing risk of genocide.
Nicaragua criticizes Germany for aiding Palestinians while supplying military equipment to Israel.

Germany rebukes Nicaragua's Gaza 'genocide' claims DW 04/08/2024

Nicaragua urges Germany to stop weapons exports to Israel due to genocide concerns.
Germany denies violating Genocide Convention and international humanitarian law.

Germany rebukes Nicaragua's Gaza genocide case at ICJ DW 04/08/2024

Nicaragua urges Germany to stop arms exports to Israel, citing risk of genocide.
Nicaragua criticizes Germany for aiding Palestinians while supplying military equipment to Israel.

Germany rebukes Nicaragua's Gaza 'genocide' claims DW 04/08/2024

Nicaragua urges Germany to stop weapons exports to Israel due to genocide concerns.
Germany denies violating Genocide Convention and international humanitarian law.
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Costa Rica guarantees fair compensation and benefits for coffee pickers

Nicaraguan coffee pickers in Costa Rica now have access to work-related accident insurance and general health insurance.
Coffee plantations in Costa Rica are facing challenges due to international instability, climate change, and labor supply, leading to the prioritization of social sustainability in the industry.

With prices soaring, 86.8% of Nicaraguans cannot afford to buy essentials

Lydia, a machine operator in Nicaragua, finds the recent wage increase insufficient to cover the rising cost of living for her family.
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Nicaragua's Daniel Ortega establishes diplomatic ties with the Taliban

Nicaragua is the only Western country to recognize the Taliban regime diplomatically.
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