China says it will continue supporting Nicaragua’s «sovereignty,» while experts warn the partnership could expand state repression

Nicaraguan opposition activist Juan Sebastián Chamorro outlined in Panama the policies and actions he says have destabilized Central America and the whole Western Hemisphere

Russia portrays its partnership with Nicaragua as humanitarian, but the evidence points to a broader, strategic alliance with the regime

Russian Embassy in Costa Rica rejects concerns raised by Foreign Minister Tovar; official position says personnel are engaged in training and humanitarian missions

The Organization of American States’ unanimous declaration condemning repression in Nicaragua and demanding the restoration of democracy signals renewed international pressure on the Ortega-Murillo dictatorship—and underscores the importance of a united democratic opposition

Representatives from across Nicaragua’s political spectrum—including right-wing, centrist, left-wing, feminist, environmental, and civil society organizations—have agreed on a shared strategy for the OAS General Assembly.

On the eve of the 56th General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS), taking place June 22–24, an old myth is once again making the rounds—one that has paralyzed the organization for years: the supposed need for unanimity in order to act. That requirement does not exist in the Inter-American Democratic Charter. It never has.

The killing of exiled Nicaraguan military officer Roberto Samcam is a test of whether democratic governments are willing to confront the transnational repression of the Ortega-Murillo regime.

The Ortega-Murillo dictatorship has spent years broadening its access to citizens’ financial information. A new reform tightens the framework that allows authorities to obtain data on credit and debit card transactions.

A new reform package would grant Nicaragua’s government greater control over non-profit organizations, expand confiscation powers, and tighten anti-money laundering regulations.