Nicaragua's political crisis descends in to 'dark days'

A surge of violence has snuffed out economic activity and dimmed prospects to peacefully resolve a political crisis in Nicaragua that began as a protest against tax increases and turned into a revolt against the longtime leader Daniel Ortega.

Throughout Nicaragua, barricades have sprung up, blocking roads and snarling traffic, and making the key Pan American highway impassable.

Tourism has been hit hard, with occupancies at major hotels plunging and some international airlines paring back flights.

Source: Wall Street Journal