The recent protests left a painful total of over 39 dead as the product of the repression. However, they also planted a “seed of hope” when the university students’ struggle unleashed a national civic rebellion.
Read MoreIt’s crucial these days to keep our eyes wide open as regards the government maneuverings to delegitimize the popular rebellion in Nicaragua.
Read MoreThe killings perpetrated by the paramilitary forces of the Ortega/Murillo regime and the riot squads of the National Police resulted in the worst bloodbath in the post-war history of Nicaragua.
Read MoreThe Nicaraguan government called for a march on Monday in support of the president, Daniel Ortega, after the massive opposition demonstration on Saturday, after 11 days of protests that led to violence and dozens of deaths.
Read MoreBefore a massive peaceful demonstration, the Nicaraguan Bishops’ Conference on Saturday reiterated its willingness to mediate a dialogue between the Government and civil society, but warned that it will give President Daniel Ortega a period of one month to evaluate compliance with agreements.
Read MoreWang Jing, the Chinese magnate who in 2013 received the exclusive concession from Daniel Ortega’s government to construct an inter-oceanic canal, has shuttered his company’s Hong Kong offices. The move is seen in Nicaragua as another sign of a dying project.
Read MoreIndependent journalists and human rights activists in Nicaragua reported today that they have received death threats and attacks on their homes, following protests and clashes last week in the country.
Read MoreOne week after the unprecedented protests against Ortega, tens of thousands remain in the streets demanding an end to the regime. Constitutional expert Gabriel Alvarez and economist Jose Luis Medal analyze the scenarios for a national dialogue.
Read MoreCarlos Mejia Godoy, creator of most of the songs used by young people at different times since the fight against the dictator Somoza, opens up in an interview with El Nuevo Diario about the current protests in Nicaragua.
Read MoreThe students who have led the recent protests in Nicaragua and who remain entrenched in a university in the capital accepted a dialogue with the government on the condition that President Daniel Ortega offers security guarantees for them and their families.
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