Nicaragua amends constitution, grants 'absolute power' to president and his wife

Nicaraguan strongman Daniel Ortega and his wife were granted control of all state powers Thursday under a constitutional amendment ratified by the country's legislature that also elevated her to the position of "co-president."

Nicaragua breaks off diplomatic relations with Israel - Vice President

The Nicaraguan authorities are beginning the process of severing diplomatic relations with Israel, said the country's Vice President Rosario Murillo.

EU foreign policy chief blasts Nicaragua’s Ortega ahead of vote | Al Jazeera

The European Union’s foreign policy chief has blasted Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega as a “dictator” who is overseeing “fake” elections, as the vote on Sunday comes after a months-long crackdown on opposition leaders and presidential hopefuls.

Spain withdraws Nicaragua ambassador after ‘interference’ claims – Voice Press

Daniel Ortega’s government accused Spain of ‘unacceptable interference’, prompting recall of country’s ambassador.

Nicaragua recalls ambassadors to 4 countries in tit-for-tat move | Al Jazeera

Nicaragua has recalled its ambassadors to Mexico, Argentina, Colombia and Costa Rica for “consultations”, the Nicaraguan government said on Monday.

15 Killed in Nicaragua Protests

At least fifteen people were killed and more than 200 injured on Wednesday in one of the worst days of violence since protests against Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega began more than a month ago, police said on Thursday.