Nicaragua's government closed and seized assets of Catholic radio station Radio Maria, linked to jailed critic Bishop Rolando Alvarez, as part of a crackdown on media outlets tied to the Catholic Church.

Nicaragua's government has closed down and seized assets of Catholic radio station Radio Maria, previously managed by jailed government critic Bishop Rolando Alvarez. This action is part of a wider government crackdown on media outlets linked to the Catholic Church, following their role as mediators during anti-government protests in 2018, reducing independent media voices in the country amid escalating tensions.

July 09, 2024
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