Nicaragua has announced that it will break diplomatic relations with Israel. This decision comes as the country faces increasing isolation in the world, especially after the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
On Friday, Nicaraguan Vice President Rosario Murillo shared this news with state media. She said the move followed a resolution passed by the Nicaraguan Congress. This resolution called for action to mark the one-year anniversary of the Gaza conflict, which began on October 7.
Murillo stated that her husband, President Daniel Ortega, directed the government to end ties with Israel, labeling its government as "fascist and genocidal." This statement reflects Nicaragua's strong opposition to Israel’s actions in Gaza and its broader military activities in the Middle East.
However, this break in relations is mostly symbolic. Israel does not have an ambassador in Nicaragua, and the two countries had very limited interaction to begin with.
The announcement comes at a...
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