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China denied retaliating against Panama-flagged ships and accused Washington of trying to seize control of the Panama Canal. The dispute has escalated after Panama removed a Hong Kong-linked operator from key port concessions.
Panama’s Government Commission has started interviewing 35 candidates for the post of Defensor del Pueblo. Lawmakers will later decide which nominees go to a final vote in the Plenum.
Spain has barred U.S. planes involved in the Iran war from its airspace, signaling a major diplomatic rebuke to Washington. The move reflects growing European criticism of the conflict and its wider fallout.
Panama has created a new visa category for scientists, researchers and other highly skilled professionals, with a two-year provisional permit and a path to permanent residency. The government says the measure is meant to attract global talent and strengthen innovation in the country.
A French court sentenced the Chinese captain of a suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker to one year in prison for ignoring orders to stop. The case highlights Europe’s tougher push to enforce sanctions at sea.
The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Nimitz anchored in the Gulf of Panama, highlighting the country’s strategic maritime position. The Reuters report did not provide details on the ship’s mission or length of stay.
Odila Castillo has formally denied any role in a public school contract in Panama district after a La Prensa Tal Cual item linked her to the process. Her reply asks the newspaper to publish the clarification in full under Panama’s right-of-reply law.
Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau will retire later this year after criticism over an English-only condolence message sparked backlash from Canadian leaders. The episode has revived debate over language, identity, and public communication in Canada.
The White House is briefing as the DHS shutdown continues, but TSA workers are set to receive their first paychecks in weeks, offering some relief to strained U.S. airports. The move may help stabilize aviation operations after weeks of disruption.
French authorities say they foiled a bomb attack outside a Paris Bank of America building and are investigating a suspected link to Iran. The case could add to broader European tensions over alleged foreign-linked plots.
The commander of U.S. Southern Command visited Panama to highlight security cooperation and joint efforts against drug trafficking. The trip underscored the countries’ close partnership in the Western Hemisphere.
Former minister and ex-deputy Luis Ernesto Carles has resigned from the Panameñista Party, saying he must be on the side of the common good. The source does not say whether he plans to join another political group.
Former minister and ex-deputy Luis Ernesto Carles has quit the Panameñista Party, saying hopes for genuine renewal were undermined by sectarianism. His departure raises fresh questions about the party’s internal direction.
The United States has reopened its embassy in Caracas, ending a seven-year closure and signaling a cautious shift in U.S.-Venezuela diplomacy. The move could have implications for regional migration and political coordination across Latin America.
Minister Ábrego highlighted Panama’s strategic role in regional security, emphasizing maritime corridor protection and cooperation against narco-terrorism. The remarks also underscored Panama’s importance as an aviation hub.
A Russian tanker carrying 100,000 tons of crude has reached waters near Cuba after Trump said he had no issue with such shipments. The delivery may ease Cuba’s fuel crisis briefly, but the island’s wider energy emergency remains unresolved.
Iran says its ambassador will stay in Beirut despite Lebanon’s expulsion order, deepening a diplomatic clash tied to Hezbollah. The dispute highlights the strain on efforts to curb the group’s influence.
Panama’s National Assembly Government Committee has started interviewing 35 candidates for ombudsman, including the current officeholder, a former magistrate and a substitute lawmaker. The selection is drawing attention because of concerns over the institution’s independence.
This opinion column warns that when money dominates politics, Panama’s democracy loses legitimacy and freedom. It argues that ethics, not market logic, must guide democratic life.
The United States says it is monitoring reported Chinese retaliation against Panama-linked ships. The limited report highlights possible diplomatic and maritime trade implications for Panama.