US and allies seek extraordinary OAS meeting on Nicaragua

The United States and its allies are pressing for action against Nicaragua's government, requesting an extraordinary meeting of foreign ministers from the Organization of American States (OAS). The urgent call aims to address the political situation in Nicaragua before a controversial constitutional reform is enacted.

According to Michael Kozak, the U.S. State Department official responsible for Latin America, the meeting should take place before September. This is when the Nicaraguan regime intends to approve the constitutional reform, which critics fear will further consolidate President Daniel Ortega's power and exclude opposition participation in elections.

This diplomatic push reflects growing international concern over democratic backsliding in Nicaragua. The proposed reform is seen by many as a move to solidify the ruling party's control and eliminate any remaining political dissent, particularly in the lead-up to upcoming elections.

The OAS meeting is expected to be a critical forum for discussing potential measures, which could include sanctions or diplomatic pressure, aimed at influencing the Nicaraguan government's actions and preserving space for democratic opposition.