Panama has confirmed that Israeli President Isaac Herzog will visit in May, marking a new high-level diplomatic engagement between the two countries. The trip is expected to highlight bilateral ties and Panama’s role as a regional diplomatic hub.
A small plane crashed near South Sudan’s capital, Juba, killing all 14 people aboard. Preliminary indications suggest bad weather and low visibility may have contributed.
Ceasefire talks between the U.S. and Iran are intensifying as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz drives up gas prices and threatens the global economy. The disruption is also worsening pressure on Iran’s economy and could affect Latin America through higher energy and shipping costs.
Panama City will host the 12th World Congress of the World Free Zones Organization on May 14, 2026, highlighting the country’s role in global trade and logistics. The event is being held in partnership with the Government of Panama.
Authorities in Panama are asking the public to help locate a man reported missing in Bocas del Toro. The search depends on anyone with relevant information coming forward quickly.
Panama City will give drivers two free hours in Cinta Costera 3 parking before app-based fees begin. The new system is designed to improve parking turnover and traffic management in a busy public area.
Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 14 people as ceasefire violations continued and fresh displacement followed. The escalation heightens regional tensions and the risk of wider spillover.
Police in Colón are investigating a double homicide after responding to a scene where one of the attackers also died. Officers cordoned off the area while the DIJ began efforts to identify those responsible.
Passport offices in Panama have suspended public attention until April 29 after electrical failures disrupted operations. The pause may delay renewals and other travel document procedures.
IFARHU and MEDUCA have begun validating PASE-U 2026 student data before the first payment. The review is a key step to confirm beneficiary records and reduce payment delays.
Ricardo Martinelli’s lawyer Roniel Ortiz has renewed criticism of the “pinchazos” case, alleging irregularities and pointing to former Attorney General Kenia Porcell. The dispute continues to fuel debate in Panama over judicial independence and political influence.
Panama City will host the 12th World Congress of the World Free Zones Organization, putting the capital at the center of global trade and investment discussions. The event highlights Panama’s role as a logistics hub linked to the canal and regional commerce.
Casco Peatonal has completed its first year in Panama City with more than 800,000 visitors and an estimated B/.15 million in economic activity. The pedestrian zone is also gaining recognition as a cultural and tourism hub.
Panama exceeded expectations at the South American Youth Games, finishing with 29 medals. The result was framed as an important step forward for the country’s sports development.
Panama will host the Inter-American Court of Human Rights from May 4 to 8, 2026, with three public hearings and an international seminar in Panama City. The event highlights the country’s role in regional legal and human rights dialogue.
José Pérez Barboni has proposed tougher penalties for minors who commit crimes, citing data he says show significant juvenile involvement in delinquency. The initiative adds to Panama’s debate over how best to address youth crime.
Panama is hosting the Pan American Weightlifting Championship, putting the country in the regional spotlight for one of the Americas’ top strength events. The competition highlights Panama’s role as a venue for international sports.
Carlos Carrillo defended the principle of specialty in the Martinelli case, saying the New Business proceedings violated basic legal principles. His comments renew debate over due process and the handling of one of Panama’s most watched legal cases.
Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the United States lifts its blockade and the war ends, but President Donald Trump appears unlikely to agree. The proposal raises stakes for global energy markets and regional diplomacy.
Panama City Hall will hold a public hearing in Villa Lilla on April 28 to present park construction and renovation projects in San Francisco. The meeting will also cover funds linked to the municipal public works investment program.