Nicaragua Ends Visa-Free Entry for Cubans

Nicaragua's government has announced a visa requirement for Cuban citizens, ending the previous visa-free regime. This decision could impact both individuals and economic ties between the countries.

Nicaragua has ended the possibility of Cubans entering the country without a visa, the government announced on Sunday. Previously, the two nations had a visa-free agreement. The new measure will affect the movement of people and economic ties. The official reasons have not yet been specified.

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