### [2026-09-1](/feed/2026/09/1/index.md)

##### Nicaragua
# Nicaragua's National Assembly approves on first reading a constitutional amendment barring opposition parties from elections and extending presidential and other elected terms from six to seven years. A second legislative vote is required for ratification. 




### Sources:

1. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/nicaraguan-congress-passes-ortega-backed-reform-excluding-opposition-elections-2026-09-02/)

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