Nicaragua's Ortega Moves to Cancel Elections Amid US Threats Over Dictatorial Rule
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First reported by Ynet · Jul 21, 2026
What happened
Nicaragua's parliament, controlled by President Daniel Ortega, has begun implementing his plan to cancel the 2027 elections, prompting sharp international criticism and U.S. threats of sanctions. Ortega and his wife, Vice President Rosario Murillo, are accused of deepening authoritarian rule by suppressing opposition and democratic institutions. The move marks a further step in Nicaragua's shift toward dictatorship amid ongoing political repression and strained relations with the West.
- 01Nicaragua's parliament starts work to cancel 2027 elections under Ortega's directive.
- 02Ortega vows no more elections, calling opposition 'traitors' and 'coup plotters.'
- 03US Secretary of State Rubio condemns Ortega and Murillo as dictators, threatens sanctions.
- 04UN warns election cancellation deepens repression and undermines rule of law.
- 05Ortega's regime has long suppressed opposition, jailed rivals, and closed independent media.
- 06Nicaragua has cut ties with Israel and aligned with Iran, Russia, China, and Cuba.
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