Nicaragua

Nicaragua closes the border to Cubans migrating to the US

Nicaragua Closes Border to Cubans Migrating to the US, Dealings with Regional Neighbors Remain Uncertain

politics•2/12/2026

Devastating Earthquake Strikes Nicaragua, Exposing Nation's Seismic Vulnerabilities

The magnitude 3.0 earthquake that struck just 35 kilometers from Managua, Nicaragua's capital city, on February 11, 2026, has raised questions about the nation's seismic preparedness and its leader Daniel Ortega's ability to address the country's growing instability.

disasters•2/11/2026

Nicaragua Cracks Down on Cuban Travel Amid US Pressure: What's at Stake?

The Nicaraguan government announced on Sunday that it would begin requiring Cuban citizens to obtain visas upon arrival, effective immediately. This move marks a significant shift in Nicaragua's long-standing policy and represents a drastic escalation of tensions between the two communist-aligned nations.

politics•2/10/2026

Nicaragua Eliminates Dual Citizenship to Target Exiled Dissidents

The Nicaraguan National Assembly has ratified a constitutional amendment that effectively strips dual citizenship from its citizens abroad, sparking widespread condemnation from the international community.

politics•2/6/2026