Ana Karina Smith Cain says the 1994 Alas Chiricanas bombing still demands justice and accountability for the victims and their families. She welcomed renewed efforts tied to the suspected mastermind and the confirmation of Hezbollah’s role.
Work on the Matasnillo River collector is advancing underground beside Panama Metro Line 1 in Fernández de Córdoba under strict monitoring and safety controls. The $71 million sanitation project is 52% complete and is set to finish in December 2026.
Panama opened the 2026 South American Youth Games with a cauldron-lighting ceremony at Rommel Fernández Stadium and a headline performance by Farruko. The event brings 2,000 athletes from 15 countries to compete across Panama City through April 25.
Panama customs seized a $1.3 million cigarette shipment and moved to tighten controls in the Colón Free Zone amid growing concerns over smuggling and illicit trade. Officials say a new digital tracking system is designed to close long-standing loopholes.
A long-running corruption case in Panama now brings together a former president and the sons of another, highlighting how illicit money crossed political lines. The delayed process has sharpened public frustration over accountability and justice.
Panama’s Supreme Court is advancing the second Odebrecht trial, with evidence now being admitted against Juan Carlos Varela, Jaime Ford and the Martinelli brothers. The case brings together key figures from Panama’s political and corruption scandals.
Panama’s intensifying heat is being felt as a climate, health and economic emergency, with experts warning that the country’s response remains too fragmented. Calls are growing for education, public participation and stronger adaptation planning.
Miguel Díaz-Canel used a visit to Havana’s “Solidarity with Panama” school to reinforce Cuba’s political narrative, with Panama’s ambassador also present. The event highlighted how Panamanian symbols are woven into Cuban state messaging.
US Vice President JD Vance said Iran rejected Washington’s final offer after talks ended without a deal, deepening uncertainty over the nuclear standoff. The breakdown adds to regional tensions with possible spillover effects for global shipping and energy markets.
Panama National Police seized weapons and drugs during a raid that dismantled a clandestine bunker in La Chorrera, Panamá Oeste. The operation is part of ongoing efforts to disrupt organized crime and trafficking networks near the capital region.
Pope Leo condemned the “delusion of omnipotence” fueling the US-Israel war on Iran and called on leaders to choose negotiations as talks began in Pakistan. His warning comes as a fragile ceasefire holds and global tensions remain high.
The head of the International Maritime Organization has warned against any tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, calling for the strategic waterway to remain open to global shipping. The issue matters well beyond the Gulf because disruptions there can affect energy prices and trade costs worldwide.
Panama’s fuel subsidy for transport operators will be available on April 15, benefiting taxis, buses, and school transport. The measure is aimed at easing operating costs for key passenger services.
Colón and Bocas del Toro face off in Game 1 of Panama’s Béisbol Mayor 2026 semifinal series on Sunday night. The matchup will air on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ on YouTube.
Panama’s National Lottery released the April 11, 2026 results for La Lotto and Pega 3. Players are now checking tickets ahead of the next drawing.
Independent bands have grown into a major cultural force across Panama, with about 70 groups and more than 25,000 participants. Their organizers are now pushing for a formal annual parade that could become a national tourism attraction.
Panama is shaping a National Culture Plan that treats culture as a public right and a core part of development. The proposal emphasizes diversity, participation and stronger ties between culture and other areas of state policy.
Firefighters controlled a blaze in Punta Chame that burned several containers holding hydraulic oil and nearby grassland. Crews remained on scene cooling and checking the area to prevent flare-ups.
Benjamin Netanyahu’s latest remarks beside a Middle East map signal that Israel sees the regional conflict as far from over. The comments come amid fears of wider escalation across the Middle East, with potential knock-on effects for trade and energy markets worldwide.
Chinese migrants are moving back into Venezuela, betting that the country’s post-Maduro transition will open new business opportunities after years of crisis. The shift highlights how political change can quickly reshape migration and trade across Latin America.
