Daniel Ortega
Costa RicapoliticianMaleb. 19451.8Global Dominance: 0.00%Daniel Ortega is a Nicaraguan politician and former guerrilla leader who has served as the President of Nicaragua since 2007, previously holding the position from 1985 to 1990. A co-founder of the Sandinista National Liberation Front (FSLN), Ortega played a key role in the overthrow of the Somoza dictatorship in the late 1970s. His presidency has been characterized by controversy, including allegations of authoritarianism, human rights violations, and corruption. Ortega's government has been accused of suppressing dissent and manipulating electoral processes, leading to significant political turmoil and protests in Nicaragua. He remains a polarizing figure in Central American politics, often drawing comparisons to other leftist leaders in the region.
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Daniel Ortega is the leader of the Nicaraguan regime that Samcam opposed.
´La investigación debe continuar´para identificar a quién ordenó muerte de Roberto Samcam, afirma abogada española que representa a la familia del disidenteCosta Rica· 2026-06-22
Daniel Ortega is the leader of the Nicaraguan dictatorship that Roberto Samcam opposed.
‘Roberto (Samcam) no puede ser reducido a esa forma de morir’. A un año del crimen, la esposa del disidente nicaragüense repasa su legado y rechaza guardar silencioCosta Rica· 2026-06-21
Daniel Ortega has been in power since 2007 and is one of the co-presidents considered responsible for Brooklyn Rivera's imprisonment.
Expertos de la ONU piden investigar la muerte de líder indígena encarcelado en NicaraguaCosta Rica· 2026-06-01
Daniel Ortega is accused by Brooklyn Rivera's family of being responsible for his death.
¿Quién era Brooklyn Rivera? Su hija desmiente al régimen de Nicaragua y reclama su derecho a despedirloCosta Rica· 2026-06-01
Daniel Ortega is the president of Nicaragua, whose regime has been held responsible for the death of Brooklyn Rivera.
Muerte de Brooklyn Rivera: Nicaragua suma siete presos políticos fallecidos y seis desaparecidosCosta Rica· 2026-06-01
Daniel Ortega is one of the co-presidents of Nicaragua who has been accused of responsibility for the death of Brooklyn Rivera.
Muere el líder indígena nicaragüense Brooklyn Rivera bajo custodia estatal en Managua
Panama· 2026-05-31
Daniel Ortega is the president of Nicaragua who has been criticized for his government's treatment of political opponents.
Nicaragua admite estado crítico del líder opositor Brooklyn Rivera, en medio de versiones sobre su fallecimientoCosta Rica· 2026-05-31In Nicaragua, Ortega has been in power for 20 years.
Lo peor de los candidatos, por Federico Salazar
Peru· 2026-05-31
Daniel Ortega is mentioned as opposing the discussion of the Costa Rican candidates.
¿Bajo qué criterios Costa Rica postuló a Gilberth Jiménez y a la hermana de Melina Ajoy al SICA? Esto dice CancilleríaCosta Rica· 2026-05-30
Daniel Ortega authorized the entry of foreign troops into Nicaragua for humanitarian purposes.
Tropas de Rusia, China y USA ingresarán a Nicaragua en casos de cooperación
Honduras· 2026-05-30
Daniel Ortega was one of the leaders who signed the Sucre treaty.
Presidente Daniel Noboa envió a la Asamblea Nacional pedido para salir del tratado del Sucre | Política | Noticias
Ecuador· 2026-05-27
Daniel Ortega was also a signatory of the Sucre treaty.
Comisión de Relaciones Internacionales tratará denuncia de Daniel Noboa al tratado del Sucre | Política | NoticiasEcuador· 2026-05-27
Daniel Ortega is the President of Nicaragua who made derogatory remarks about Taiwan.
Ortega’s remarks prompt retort - Taipei Times
Taiwan· 2026-02-28
Daniel Ortega is mentioned as part of the regime that Zamora is asking Tinoco to intercede with.
Ministro de Seguridad y Canciller se reunirán con autoridades de Seguridad y Defensa de Nicaragua por minería ilegal en CrucitasCosta Rica· 2026-02-25
Daniel Ortega is the President of Nicaragua, mentioned in the context of Bukele's foreign policy.
Félix Ulloa, vicepresidente de El Salvador: “La gente quiere el estado de excepción de Bukele, se siente protegida” | Internacional
Spain· 2026-02-21
Daniel Ortega decided to lower his guard and send affection to Trump after what happened to Maduro.
El Salto de la Pulga
Dominican Republic· 2026-02-21
Daniel Ortega's regime had banned the opposition from running in the elections.
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Estonia· 2026-02-20Ortega, who has governed Nicaragua for 19 years, has a 62.1% support index.
¿Cuáles son los mandatarios latinoamericanos con la mayor y menor aprobación de la ciudadanía?Panama· 2026-02-19
Daniel Ortega expressed trust in María Corina Machado's leadership during a protest.
opositora arrasaría en virtual elección presidencial en Venezuela, estos son los datos
Colombia· 2026-02-17
Daniel Ortega, along with his wife Rosario Murillo, co-presides over Nicaragua, which is allied with the chavismo in Venezuela.
Gobiernos de Cuba y Nicaragua caerán cuando lo haga el “régimen criminal” de Venezuela, dice María Corina Machado | Internacional | NoticiasEcuador· 2026-02-14
The article discusses the actions of the dictatorial couple Rosario Murillo and Daniel Ortega in Nicaragua.
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Finland· 2026-02-14
Daniel Ortega is one of the co-presidents of Nicaragua who led the decision to impose the visa requirement.
Nicaragua impone visado a 128 países ¿Está Honduras?Honduras· 2026-02-14
Daniel Ortega is one of the co-presidents of Nicaragua who directed the decision to impose visa requirements.
Nicaragua impone visado a 128 países en medio de presión de Estados Unidos por migración irregularPanama· 2026-02-14Daniel Ortega is the president of Nicaragua and is associated with the regime that is pursuing Pedro Javier Fernández Sandoval.
Costa Rica niega extradición de nicaragüense opositor requerido por el régimen Ortega-MurilloCosta Rica· 2026-02-10
President Daniel Ortega’s administration appeared to be responding to pressure from Washington.
Nicaragua scraps visa-free entry to Cubans
Guyana· 2026-02-10The Government of Nicaragua, co-presided by Daniel Ortega and his wife, Rosario Murillo, announced a change in visa classification for Cuban citizens.
País aliado a Cuba ahora le pedirá visa a ciudadanos de la isla | Internacional | NoticiasEcuador· 2026-02-09
Daniel Ortega is one of the co-presidents of Nicaragua who maintains strong control over the society.
Nicaragua libera a militar en medio de presiones de Estados Unidos por presos políticosCosta Rica· 2026-02-06
Daniel Ortega is one of the leaders of the regime in Nicaragua that is being criticized by opposition groups.
Opositores nicaragüenses solicitan a la presidenta electa de Costa Rica, Laura Fernández, ejercer presión diplomática contra el régimen Ortega-MurilloCosta Rica· 2026-02-04Daniel Ortega was mentioned by Óscar Arias as another leader who established a constitution to maintain power.
Óscar Arias la emprende como nunca contra Rodrigo Chaves y el oficialismo: ‘Todas las dictaduras quieren su propia Constitución’Costa Rica· 2026-02-01
Daniel Ortega is cited as a long-standing authoritarian leader in Nicaragua.
La elección más importante en décadas: cuatro razones para reflexionar su votoCosta Rica· 2026-02-01