BTN News: Nicaragua celebrated the 45th anniversary of the Sandinista Revolution with a big event in Managua. President Daniel Ortega and his wife Rosario Murillo led the celebration. There were many international guests and thousands of Nicaraguans. The revolution ended the Somoza dictatorship on July 19, 1979. The celebration included music, dance, and patriotic spirit.
International Delegates and National Pride Were Key Aspects of the Event
The event took place in Plaza de la Fe. It was attended by guests from Cuba, Russia, Venezuela, and other countries. Cuban revolutionary Ramiro Valdés, who is 92 years old, spoke against U.S. sanctions on Nicaragua. Vyacheslav Volodin, from the Russian State Duma, read a message from President Vladimir Putin, showing friendship with Nicaragua. Messages of support also came from Iran, North Korea, and some African countries.
President Ortega Celebrates Achievements and Stresses the Importance of National Sovereignty
President Ortega, a former guerrilla leader, talked about the achievements of the revolutionary government in literacy and land reform. He said the Soviet Union helped Nicaragua without taking its resources, unlike the U.S., Israel, and Ukraine. Ortega’s speech focused on the need to protect national sovereignty and resist foreign interference.
Historical Background and Modern-Day Issues in Nicaragua
The Sandinista Revolution was a key event in Nicaragua’s history. Ortega led the country after the revolution, lost power in 1990, but returned in 2007. His government has faced criticism for its response to protests in 2018. These protests led to over 300 deaths, many arrests, and widespread exile, according to the United Nations. Ortega says the protests were a U.S.-backed attempt to overthrow him.
International Solidarity and Calls for Resistance
Speakers at the celebration included Leila Khaled from the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine. She compared the Palestinian struggle to the Sandinista Revolution. Venezuelan Foreign Minister Iván Gil also spoke, showing support for Nicaragua and emphasizing the importance of the anniversary.
Week-long National Celebrations Marked the Anniversary Across the Country
The anniversary included a week of celebrations all over Nicaragua. There were community meetings, the opening of new state facilities, and tributes at the graves of fallen revolutionaries. The events showed the lasting spirit of the Sandinista movement and its influence on Nicaraguan society.
Conclusion
The 45th anniversary of the Sandinista Revolution was a time for Nicaragua to celebrate and reflect. Despite facing criticism and challenges, the event highlighted the country’s strength and dedication to the revolution’s ideals. The legacy of the Sandinista Revolution continues to shape Nicaragua’s future.
