The Nicaraguan government says a private TV station seized by police in December will not be returned to its owners, alleging the media outlet had been used to incite anti-government violence.
Critics of the government of President Daniel Ortega said the government allegation is false and that authorities are continuing a campaign to intimidate journalists and muzzle free speech.
The decision not to return the 100 per cent Noticias TV station and license to transmit news was announced by the Nicaraguan government in a 24-page statement to the Inter-American Human Rights Commission.
The September 20 statement, which was seen by The Associated Press on Saturday, was a response to a commission request that the TV station be returned to its owners.
The government told the commission that the occupation of the TV station was necessary while it investigated the station's director, Miguel Mora, and head of news Luca Pineda for alleged involvement in a "failed coup attempt."
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app