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[^2]\n\nThe reform extends the presidential term from six to seven years and applies to current authorities elected by popular vote. [^3]\n\nGustavo Porras, president of the National Assembly, confirmed that the parliament approved the reform unanimously. [^4]\n\nPresident Daniel Ortega and Vice President Rosario Murillo have governed Nicaragua with absolute power since 2007, following the 2018 protests that left over 300 dead according to the UN. [^5]\n\nThe reform excludes from elections those who participate in 'coup attempts', 'treason against the homeland', or request 'military intervention'. [^6]\n\nThe Organization of American States (OAS) approved an urgent meeting of foreign ministers by initiative of the United States to debate sanctions against the Nicaraguan government. [^7]\n\nThe reform excludes individuals who participated in planning or executing a coup, traitors to the nation, and those seeking military intervention or economic blockades. [^8]\n\nGustavo Porras, president of the parliamentary body, stated that the articles were approved unanimously during a special session in León. [^9]\n\nThe constitutional reform must be ratified by the second legislature, which begins in early 2027, and will apply to the current authorities elected by popular vote. [^10]\n\nPresident Gustavo Porras stated that the amendment was approved unanimously during a special session held in front of the cathedral in León. [^11]\n\nThe constitutional amendment bans participation in elections for individuals labeled as \"traitors to the homeland,\" those linked to coup attempts, or those requesting military intervention or economic blockades. 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