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Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has sworn in 30,000 hooded civilians as a ‘volunteer police’ force, an act criticized by the opposition as political repression amid existing human rights sanctions. Nicaraguan …
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La Union Representative Paolo Ortega contends that senatorial candidates who do not oppose China’s intrusion into Philippine territories cannot be considered pro-Philippines. He emphasizes the potential risk to Palawan from …
Ortega: Silent Candidates on China Intrusion Cannot Be Pro-Philippines Read More
Costa Rica abstained from voting on a UN resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine after initially co-sponsoring it. The resolution aimed to support Ukraine’s sovereignty and demanded a cessation of …
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The UN’s latest report implicates the Nicaraguan army in human rights violations during the 2018 protests. It details the military’s collusion with the government’s repression tactics, highlighting their role in …
UN Report Links Nicaraguan Army to Crimes Against Humanity During Protests Read More
Nicaragua plans to ratify constitutional reforms increasing presidential powers and state media control, mirroring tactics seen in authoritarian regimes. Under President Ortega, these changes threaten free speech and criminalize dissent, …
Nicaragua’s Constitution Reform: A Step Toward Authoritarian Control Over Media Read More
The UN’s OCHA warns of a looming humanitarian crisis requiring over $47 billion in aid for 2024, addressing the dire conditions of 190 million people amidst conflicts and climate disasters. …
UN OCHA Faces Funding Crisis While Aiding 190 Million in Need Read More
Leaders in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Nicaragua are advocating for constitutional changes that may enhance presidential powers, raising fears of democratic erosion. In Congo, President Tshisekedi seeks to …
Democratic Erosion: Constitutional Maneuvers in Congo and Nicaragua Read More
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, President Tshisekedi is pushing for constitutional reforms that may allow him to extend his rule beyond term limits, amidst opposition calls for protests. Similarly, …
Constitutional Changes in Congo and Nicaragua: A Threat to Democracy? Read More
Nicaragua’s President Daniel Ortega offered to send “Sandinista fighters” to support Nicolás Maduro following Venezuela’s disputed election. This statement came amid widespread protests and claims of election rigging. Ortega criticized …
Ortega Offers Military Support to Maduro Amid Venezuelan Election Controversy Read More
The Nicaraguan government has intensified its crackdown on religious organizations by closing 1,500 nonprofits, including churches, citing financial report failures. New tax laws now require all religious entities to declare …
Nicaragua’s Government Intensifies Crackdown on Religious Institutions Read More