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In a bold move, US President Donald Trump has called for the seamless passage of American commercial and military vessels through the Panama and Suez Canals, directing his Secretary of State to make swift advancements on this issue. "We will not let anything stand in the way of our ships," he stated, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. For months, Mr. Trump has advocated for greater US control over the Panama Canal, but his recent social media remarks have expanded the conversation to include the crucial Suez route as…

Somali Government Grapples with Assisting Deported Citizens in Panama Mogadishu (AX) ― The challenges of providing diplomatic support from afar are exacerbated by recent events. The Somali government finds itself in a quandary, navigating the complexities of aiding its citizens reportedly stranded in Panama after deportation from the United States. Is there a viable path forward? And how can it protect its nationals so far from home? The group in question is among the many individuals recently deported from the U.S.,…

PANAMA CITY (AP) Imagine fleeing your homeland to escape turmoil, only to be whisked halfway across the world to a haven that feels anything but safe. From Afghanistan to Somalia, individuals have embarked on a formidable journey, with hopes pinned on reaching the United States—a beacon of safety and opportunity. These brave souls journeyed relentlessly, through lands where the language was a mystery, across the dangerous Darién jungle, all in a bid to stand at the U.S.-Mexico border. For many, arriving at this border…

Donald Trump, soon to take on the role of President of the United States, is keeping his options wide open about possibly employing military or economic measures to gain control of the Panama Canal and Greenland. This ambition fits into a larger vision of U.S. expansionism that he has championed since his electoral victory. As Trump gears up for his inauguration on January 20, he’s hinted at some rather bold foreign policy moves. Among those ideas is the transformation of Canada into an additional state for the U.S.,…