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Politics

Nicaragua's government shutters one of last opposition radio stations

FILE PHOTO: Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega takes part in a parade military to commemorate the 40th anniversary of National Police founding in Managua, Nicaragua September 24, 2019.REUTERS/Oswaldo Rivas/File Photo

The Nicaraguan government ordered the closure of a radio station known for its opposition against President Daniel Ortega, its director said on Friday.

Local radio station Radio Dario was shut on Friday, its director Anibal Toruno said on his Twitter account, showing images of the government's decision.

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