Daniel Ortega

Nicaragua approves law limiting opposition participation in elections

Nicaragua's Congress has approved a controversial package of laws that limits opposition politicians' participation in elections. The changes come at the request of the country's long-time president, Daniel Ortega.

Nicaragua Congress to vote on barring opposition parties from future elections

Nicaragua's Congress will further limit the opposition's ability to operate in the country. The announcement comes after the president said the country would never hold elections again.

US warns Nicaragua after Ortega says elections will never be held

Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega announced this week that elections will “never” be held in the country. Now the United States is warning of consequences.

Nicaragua’s Daniel Ortega says there will be no more elections: Never

There will be no more elections in Nicaragua, the country's president Daniel Ortega declares. Never, never, never, says Ortega.

Nicaraguan Regime Critic Roberto Samcam Killed in Costa Rica

A Nicaraguan ex-officer and later critic of president Daniel Ortega has been shot dead in his home in Costa Rica.

Nicaragua's President Gets "Absolute Power"

Nicaragua's President Daniel Ortega and his wife have, through an addition to the country's constitution, been given control over the entire state apparatus.

Nicaragua shuts down Save the Children

Nicaragua releases political prisoners to Guatemala