Nicaraguans defy ban on 1st anniversary of deadly protest
Demonstrators taking part in an opposition-led protest in Managua, Nicaragua, yesterday. – EPA pic, April 18, 2019.
NICARAGUA’S opposition said at least 67 people were arrested after defying a protest ban and a heavy riot police presence on the streets of Managua to mark the first anniversary of a deadly uprising against President Daniel Ortega. The opposition National Unity Blue and White coalition gathered in the south of the capital, planning to march on the centre, but was unable to do so due to the heavy police presence.
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