Nicaragua Crisis and Protests

The transcript discusses the crisis in Nicaragua, where Brazil and 12 other Latin American countries have expressed concern over human rights violations during protests against President Daniel Ortega. Over 360 people have died, and many have been injured. The funeral of Gerard Basques, a student killed by paramilitaries, was marked by protests. The demonstrations began in April against a pension reform proposal. The countries demand an end to violence, the disbanding of paramilitary groups, and a return to dialogue to resolve the crisis.

Which countries expressed concern about the crisis in Nicaragua?

• Brazil and 12 other Latin American countries

• United States and Canada

• European Union

• African Union

What triggered the protests against President Daniel Ortega?

• A new tax law

• A proposed pension reform

• An increase in fuel prices

• A controversial election

How many people have died during the protests in Nicaragua?

• Over 500

• Over 360

• Over 200

• Over 100

Who was Gerard Basques?

• A government official

• A paramilitary leader

• A student who died during a paramilitary action

• A journalist covering the protests

What did the 13 countries demand in their joint statement?

• Economic sanctions

• End of violence and disbanding of paramilitary groups

• Immediate elections

• Increased military presence

What solution did the 13 countries propose for the crisis in Nicaragua?

• International sanctions

• Economic aid

• Military intervention

• Resumption of dialogue