The United States has backed Panama after China was accused of detaining Panama-flagged ships in a dispute linked to the canal. The case highlights the canal’s strategic importance and Panama’s role in global shipping.
China’s detention of Panama-flagged vessels has drawn concerns over possible pressure on Panama’s rule of law. The dispute highlights the country’s strategic role in global shipping and maritime diplomacy.
Former Iranian foreign minister Kamal Kharazi was gravely wounded in an attack on his home, in an incident unfolding amid soaring tensions with the US and Israel. The assault has heightened concern about political violence and possible regional escalation.
Marco Rubio warned that China’s detention of Panama-flagged vessels after a Panamanian court ruling against CK Hutchison could undermine rule of law and trade. The dispute underscores Panama’s outsized role in global shipping.
Russia is offering students large financial incentives to join drone units as the war in Ukraine drags on and manpower needs intensify. The push highlights how unmanned warfare is reshaping recruitment and battlefield strategy.
Marco Rubio voiced serious concern over China’s detention of Panama-flagged ships, drawing attention to Panama’s global shipping role. The case highlights how disputes involving Panamanian vessels can quickly become diplomatic issues.
Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino met with Gen. Donovan and U.S. officials in Panama to discuss security cooperation, canal protection, and counter-narcotics efforts. The talks highlighted the strategic importance of the Panama Canal and bilateral ties.
Marco Rubio said China’s detention of Panama-flagged vessels after a Panamanian court ruling raises serious concerns. The case spotlights Panama’s outsized role in global shipping and its diplomatic exposure in maritime disputes.
The Panamanian Baseball Federation will resume the interrupted Mayor League game between Veraguas and Los Santos, with both teams still fighting for a Round of Eight spot. The contest was halted after a brawl and now returns with playoff implications on the line.
U.S. planners once explored using nuclear explosions to help build a sea-level canal through Panama. The idea surfaced during a tense Cold War period and reflected the geopolitical weight of the Panama Canal.
The United States once studied nuclear explosives for major excavation projects in Panama and Colombia during the 1960s. The idea has resurfaced as global attention turns to shipping risks near the Strait of Hormuz.
Panama’s Education Ministry has launched a $28.9 million tender to equip science laboratories in 73 schools nationwide. The project covers 193 classrooms and includes installation and training.
Panama is raising gasoline and diesel prices as global oil markets stay volatile, while expanding subsidies to cushion consumers and transport operators. The move adds pressure to public finances just as Holy Week travel increases fuel demand.
A tense National Assembly session over Panama’s child welfare shelters ended in more confusion, highlighting ongoing doubts about accountability at Senniaf. The episode renewed concerns that politics is obstructing meaningful reform.
Panamanians are increasingly getting news through Instagram and WhatsApp, where algorithms and viral content are amplifying disinformation. The problem has affected politics, the pandemic response and public debates about the Panama Canal.
Metro de Panamá has announced special Easter 2026 hours, including an extended Thursday schedule to handle heavier holiday travel in the capital. Riders are being urged to reload cards in advance and follow station staff guidance.
The reform of the National Assembly’s Internal Rules has stalled amid scheduling conflicts and political اختلافs, leaving lawmakers with little time to finish the process. Supporters say the changes are needed to improve efficiency, transparency and discipline in the legislature.
A Panamanian court has set an April 29 hearing for 15 complainants in the long-running illegal phone tapping case against former National Security Council officials Roony Rodríguez and William Pittí. The pair surrendered after more than 10 years as fugitives and now face additional charges tied to the missing surveillance equipment.
A tense National Assembly hearing put Social Development Minister Beatriz Carles under fire as lawmakers pressed her on shelter conditions and alleged oversight gaps. The session quickly turned into a political confrontation over quorum, conduct, and accountability.
CSS announced new medicine deliveries, but patients at several pharmacies are still reporting shortages of amlodipine and other chronic-disease drugs. The problem is fueling frustration as treatment interruptions continue across the public health system.