President Trump said he will extend the Iran ceasefire as mediation continues and talks to end the war remain stuck. The move keeps diplomatic channels open but does not resolve the deep dispute over peace terms.
President José Raúl Mulino returned a sports tourism bill to the National Assembly after a technical review by several institutions. Lawmakers must now decide whether to amend the proposal or move ahead with it.
Hezbollah has rejected calls to disarm as Lebanese and Israeli officials prepare for renewed peace talks in Washington. The stance highlights a major hurdle to any lasting security deal.
The IMA will hold Agroferias on Thursday, April 23, across several provinces in Panama, with food sales starting at 8:00 a.m. Shoppers must bring their personal ID to buy staples and other affordable products.
A shooting at Mexico’s Teotihuacan pyramids left a Canadian woman dead and at least 13 injured, with authorities saying the gunman carried materials linked to Columbine. The attack has raised new concerns about tourist-site security and the international reach of mass-violence symbols.
The killing of U.S. officials in Mexico has intensified scrutiny of covert U.S. involvement in anti-cartel operations and the pressure on Mexico’s government to act. The incident could reverberate across regional security cooperation in Latin America.
Peru’s election chief has resigned after ballot delivery delays and other election-day missteps fueled frustration over the slow vote count. The move heightens concern about the credibility of Peru’s already fragile political institutions.
Panama’s Metro expanded dynamic testing on Line 3 to Vista Alegre in Arraiján, marking another milestone for the monorail project. The move follows the first test run last week and signals continued progress toward future service.
Panama’s Ministry of Public Works will install sensors on the Bridge of the Americas for 30 days to track structural movement and guide maintenance decisions. Officials say the bridge remains safe, while longer-term repairs and a future slab replacement are being planned.
Panama’s Chamber of Commerce backed the repeal of the ride-hailing decree and called for a full review of the country’s passenger transport system. The group wants balanced rules that cover all operators, not just digital platforms.
Panama’s Public Prosecutor’s Office inspected CSS warehouses in Felipillo and El Crisol as part of a probe into expired medicines and medical supplies valued at about $2.5 million. Investigators found a wide range of expired items and collected documents for the case file.
MEDUCA is rolling out a new strategy to help pre-media students choose their bachillerato track with better technical information and timely guidance. The plan aims to support more informed academic decisions across Panama.
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are pushing more shipping toward the Panama Canal, increasing costs and highlighting the waterway’s global importance. The shift shows how distant geopolitical risks can affect Panama’s economy and trade flows.
Alí Jalil arrived in Panama extradited from Venezuela and was placed under heavy security custody in the Alas Chiricanas case. His transfer to the DIJ marks a new stage in the long-running investigation.
Medcom held its fifth Executive Summit in Panama, focusing on sustainability, the economy and employment. The discussion highlighted unemployment and the future of the mine as key national issues.
Panama’s Comptroller General’s Office rejected Vamos accusations and defended its public spending controls as strict legal oversight, not political action. The response highlights ongoing sensitivity around transparency and fiscal accountability.
Former Canal administrator Jorge Luis Quijano urged immediate action on the Río Indio reservoir, warning that Panama’s water system and canal operations cannot afford more delays. He said leaks, climate pressure, and rising demand make the project urgent.
Attorney General Luis Carlos Gómez Rudy made an unexpected visit to Panama’s Comptroller General’s office in Panama City on Tuesday afternoon. The move comes amid heightened attention on tensions between oversight and prosecutorial institutions.
LNG vessel traffic through the Panama Canal has not increased meaningfully after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. cargoes to Asia are still favoring the Cape of Good Hope route.
Panama’s Aeronaval Service seized 650 packages of drugs in the Las Perlas archipelago and arrested three men aboard a vessel. The operation adds to a year in which authorities say they have confiscated 23.7 tons of illicit substances.