Regime in Nicaragua directs marches against the US, uses children shouting 'we want peace'
Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo's regime promotes nationwide marches under the discourse of 'peace', but testimonies and complaints point to the use of children and public employees in activities with a political background and in rejection of recent US sanctions.
TL;DR
- The Nicaraguan regime is organizing national marches and walks under the pretext of peace.
- Testimonies and reports indicate that children are being taken out of school and public employees are being compelled to participate in these political demonstrations.
- These marches are interpreted as a response to recent U.S. sanctions targeting individuals connected to the Ortega-Murillo family and their business dealings, particularly in gold mining.
- The Nicaraguan Center for Human Rights (DNDH) has condemned the use of children in these marches as a grave violation of their rights, including freedom of expression and protection against psychological manipulation.
- Public employees, even those with chronic illnesses, are reportedly being forced to attend these events without exception, facing dismissal if they refuse.