
Fifth presidential candidate detained in Nicaragua; 15 opposition leaders now detained in total
CNN
Nicaragua's National Police have detained a fifth presidential candidate, bringing the total number of opposition leaders so far detained to 15 ahead of the November general election.
Miguel Mora Barberena, from the Democratic Restoration Party (PRD), was detained on Sunday, accused of committing acts that threaten national sovereignty, according to a statement from police published Sunday. Mora is a presidential candidate, journalist and owner of the now shut down 100% Noticias TV channel.
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