An Al Jazeera opinion argues President Trump should “declare victory” in Iran, claiming rapid, forceful action beats prolonged negotiations and carries regional consequences.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Britain is rapidly sending short-range air defence systems to Bahrain, and is doing the same for Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, while working with industry to supply missiles to Gulf partners amid Iranian missile barrages.
IFARHU announced a PASE-U validation day and said it is studying a model that would prevent subsidy funds from being withdrawn in cash to avoid misuse.
ASEP has opened a tender this year to admit a third mobile operator in Panama and launched a microsite offering market data, spectrum details and georeferenced infrastructure maps.
Cuba dominated the Central American Judo Cup held in Panama, asserting regional judo strength as teams prepare for a championship scheduled in Panama on April 18.
A road in Burunga will close starting March 30, 2026 as part of works by the Programa Saneamiento de Panamá; weekday works begin at 7:00 a.m.
Israel is expected to push back after President Donald Trump signalled a de‑escalation with Iran, a shift that could alter Israeli security planning and regional dynamics.
An op-ed by Tony Napolitano spotlights the Panama Canal as a strategic chokepoint the U.S. could view as leverage in competition with China, raising implications for Panama’s position in global trade and geopolitics.
Panama’s Fire Corps attended 466 emergencies in 72 hours, including 72 vegetation fires, along with traffic, garbage, vehicle and structural fires. The incidents highlight sustained pressure on emergency services.
Commuters in La Chorrera faced long lines Monday amid reports of a bus fare increase; transport operators in Panama Oeste have denied any rise in fares.
President Donald Trump is taking part in a roundtable for the Memphis Safe Task Force to highlight efforts to combat crime in the city, following a National Guard deployment there last fall.
Copa Airlines and Star5 released “Sube la Marea Remix,” a star-studded musical tribute featuring 29 Panamanian artists and nationwide filming to support La Sele on its World Cup journey.
Italian voters rejected a judicial reform backed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in a referendum, delivering a political setback to her right-wing government a year before national elections. Meloni said she respected the decision and will complete her mandate through 2027.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance announced that disbursements for the second half of March salaries to public servants will begin this Wednesday, the ministry said on March 23, 2026.
The carrier USS Nimitz and destroyer USS Gridley will visit Panama City March 29–April 2 as part of the Southern Seas 2026 deployment, bringing a carrier air wing and roughly 6,000 personnel.
A Laughing Squid feature explains how the Darién Gap prevents the Pan‑American Highway from forming a single continuous road and outlines the implications for regional connectivity.
Sinaproc issued a prevention notice on March 23, 2026, warning of elevated fire risk in eight regions of Panama due to dryness, strong winds and high temperatures.
Ministry of Security (Minseg) published a list of former officials and retirees who have not collected prima de antigüedad checks and provided instructions to consult and claim payments.
The CSS has received five resumes from foreign doctors as Panama confronts a shortage of medical specialists, particularly in provinces like Bocas del Toro, and is considering using Law 89 of 2013 to hire international staff.
TVN 2 reports Panamanian driver Axel Gómez has signed with Bengio as an official pilot. Bengio is noted for its innovation and use by professional racers worldwide.