U.S. condemns Ortega after he declares Nicaragua won't hold elections

The U.S. has strongly criticized Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega for canceling elections scheduled for next year, labeling his regime as a "dictatorship." This move has raised serious concerns about democratic backsliding in Nicaragua, a country that has struggled with political instability and human rights abuses. Ortega's decision not to hold elections underscores his tightening grip on power and suggests a deepening crisis that could have significant regional implications, impacting migration and diplomatic relations.