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The U.S. accused China of detaining Panama-flagged ships in Chinese ports, saying the move followed a takeover by Panamanian authorities. The report does not detail the takeover or the detention’s stated legal basis.
Costa Rica has agreed to accept 25 deportees per week under a U.S. “third-country” deportation agreement associated with the Trump administration. The deal further embeds Central America into U.S. removal logistics and regional migration coordination.
Trump said he is pausing a plan to destroy Iranian power plants for 10 days. The decision could affect escalation risks and wider regional stability.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urged the United States to pressure Russia to stop assisting Iran, warning that the linkage poses serious security risks. The call highlights growing coordination pressures between European and American diplomacy.
Trump denied he is “begging” for a deal with Iran while presenting claims about oil boats moving through the Strait of Hormuz. As the Iran war nears one month and oil prices rise, he also teased new farm aid.
President Trump has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to April 6, warning of resumed strikes on energy infrastructure after a Cabinet update on the war.
Iran warned of a “surprise” for U.S. troops if a ground invasion begins as airstrikes continue, while the United States says it is negotiating with Tehran, PBS reports from Tehran.
President Trump says he is working toward a deal to end the Iran war as the U.S. moves more troops to the Middle East; military analysts Joel Rayburn and Frederic Wehrey discussed the forces’ capabilities on PBS.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says Republicans have a “last and final” offer to end the DHS funding fight; Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faced a rare public ethics hearing, and a judge declined to dismiss a legal-fees case tied to Nicolás Maduro.
Germany is considering measures to ban or restrict social media access for most children amid warnings from psychologists, following similar moves in Australia and legal setbacks for tech firms in the U.S.
Soaring fuel prices in Manila are being linked to heightened tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, as Filipinos face tighter budgets and a stagnant economy. The report describes unusually quiet streets, reflecting how quickly energy shocks can reshape everyday life.
New York has legalized medically assisted suicide, becoming the 13th U.S. state (joining Washington, D.C.) to allow medical aid in dying as debate over the practice continues nationwide.
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission warned that China has sharply increased detentions of Panamanian-flagged ships, a move linked to a legal dispute over Panama’s terminal concessions and with potential trade implications.
Iraq is described as the most fragile front in the growing US-Israel confrontation with Iran-linked forces, as militias and foreign powers clash amid escalating attacks. The widening violence could have broader regional and global knock-on effects.
The Ministry of Education completed two interventions in Coclé that it says bolster modern and safe school spaces, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve learning environments.
The US Federal Maritime Commission warned that intensified inspections and detentions of Panamanian-flagged ships appear aimed at punishing Panama after the transfer of Hutchison port assets, TVN reports. The warning raises concerns about operational and diplomatic impacts on Panama’s maritime sector.
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission warned of possible actions against China after intensified inspections and detentions of Panama-flagged vessels, linking the measures to the transfer of Hutchison port assets.
The Legislative Assembly approved the use of the name “Guna Yala” nationwide after rejecting an Executive objection to Project 112, and returned the bill to the Executive.
Firefighters have accused irregular budget transfers during the 2020–2024 administration. Officials say the current administration is cooperating and providing information for clarification.
Chile police fired water cannons at students protesting education policies in central Santiago. The clash highlights rising tensions over education reform and public dissatisfaction.