Panama’s Supreme Court ruled contracts with CK Hutchison to operate Panama Canal ports 'unconstitutional', potentially reshaping port control and legal frameworks

Panama ports contract with Hong-Kong based CK Hutchison ruled 'unconstitutional' by Supreme Court

Aircraft crashes near the Panama Canal. Pilot and co-pilot sustain minor injuries. Aircraft forces into emergency landing in the middle of the road. Emergency workers rescued both the injured, clean up fuel spill.

Aircraft Crashes Near Panama Canal, Pilot & Co-Pilot Sustain Minor Injuries

World, Photos | From claiming that he wants Canada as '51sthe t state' to his new claim on Afghanistan's Bagram Air Base: Here's a list of places that Trump wants US to take over

Trump's obsession now reaches Afghanistan's Bagram Air Base: List of places US president wants to take over

The US is looking to revive its military presence in Panama, citing the need to secure the Panama Canal. While initial reports suggested Panama agreed to grant access to US bases, officials later clarified they won’t host permanent military facilities. The move has sparked tensions with China, which accuses the US of using security as a cover for control.

US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth  emphasises need to protect Panama Canal

During his visit to Panama, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth labeled China a growing threat to the Panama Canal. He emphasized that the US will not allow Beijing to disrupt operations of this vital global trade route. China, in response, urged Washington to stop what it calls “blackmail” against Panama.

China Refutes Pete Hegseth's Claim That It Interferes In Operations

US to take back Panama Canal from Chinese influence, Pentagon chief says

World | Hegseth met with Panama President José Raúl Mulino before heading to a ribbon-cutting for a new US-financed dock at the Vasco Nuñez de Balboa Naval Base.

US ‘will not allow’ Chinese influence over Panama Canal: Defense Secretary Hegseth

The Trump administration has called on the Pentagon to provide military options to ensure the country has full access to the Panama Canal. Watch in for more details!

Trump orders ideas from Pentagon for ‘unfettered’ access to Panama canal

US President Donald Trump delivers his address to the joint session of Congress, his first after returning to the White House for a second term on January 20. Watch for more details!

Trump's Congress address: Trump says his administration will 'Reclaim' the Panama Canal

World | BlackRock has agreed to buy the ports from their Hong Kong-based owner CK Hutchison as part of a $22.8bn deal, allowing the US consortium control of the major parts of the canal.

‘Reclaiming Panama Canal’: Trump praises BlackRock’s deal to buy major ports

World: Panama denies US claims of securing free passage for its vessels through the Panama Canal, highlighting tensions over its decision to exit a significant Chinese initiative.

US claim of free passage through Panama Canal 'absolute falsehood': Panama president

The tussle over who controls the Panama Canal continues. The United States on Wednesday claimed that its government vessel would sail for free through the canal following heavy pressure from President Donald Trump, but authorities who run the commercial waterway were pretty quick to deny this claim. Watch this report for more details!

Panama Canal Authority denies free passage for US vessels as Trump plans to regain control

World | India News: The initiative shows India’s active role in supporting global development through partnerships tailored to the needs of local communities. India also reached out to Panama in 2020 with COVID-related medical assistance.

India signs key pact with Panama for Quick Impact Projects

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces he will not attend the upcoming G20 Summit in Johannesburg, criticizing South Africa's actions with the statement, "South Africa is doing very bad things." His decision adds to growing tensions in international diplomacy.

Marco Rubio refuses G20 summit invitation, cites South Africa's actions

Marco Rubio, currently the U.S. Secretary of State, assumes the role of acting director for USAID, leading the agency's foreign aid initiatives.

Marco Rubio takes over as acting head of USAID amid agency turmoil

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to take control of the Panama canal, repeatedly accusing China of having control over it. Now panama, acting under pressure, has pledged to terminate a key deal with China. What is China's interest in Panama? Why has the U.S. President singled out China in his threats about Panama?

China's secret Panama project that has frightened U.S.

Senator Marco Rubio holds discussions with Panama's president to advance President Trump's demands concerning the Panama Canal, highlighting ongoing U.S. interests in the strategic waterway.

Rubio meets Panama Leader to push Trump’s canal demand

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has kicked off his first official foreign trip with a stop in Panama, a longtime US ally shaken by President Donald Trump’s extraordinary threat to seize the Panama Canal. Watch this report for more details!

US Secretary of State Rubio meets Panama President amid Trump's Canal threat

World: Panama, which has long been friendly to US, complained to the United Nations over Trump's threat. President Jose Raul Mulino said that the canal "belongs to Panama."

Marco Rubio to visit Central America amid Trump’s Panama Canal threats and migration crackdown

World | Trump said that the US did not give the canal to China but to Panama, and now Trump is "taking it back" as the US has been “treated very badly by this foolish gift that should have never been made." 

Explained: Why is Trump so obsessed with taking Panama Canal back? Is it essential for US?

In his inauguration speech, Donald Trump declared that the U.S. would reclaim control of the Panama Canal, signaling a shift in foreign policy and international relations.

Trump Warns US Will Take Back Panama Canal Citing China's Control Over Region

World | Trending: Trump had earlier refused to rule out the use of military force against Panama. He claimed that American ships were being charged for passage through the canal.

‘China is operating…,’ Trump vows to ‘take back’ Panama Canal; Panamanian prez fires back

World | Earlier this month, Trump refused to rule out using military force to take back control of the Panama Canal, saying it was “vital to our country.”

Panama Canal official fights back, says bowing to Trump’s demands would lead to ‘chaos’

Tonight on Gravitas, we do a deep into Donald Trump's daring proposal to expand U.S. territory to include Canada, and Greenland. What drives Trump’s desire to make Canada the 51st state and "Make Greenland Great Again"? Why is he pushing for an open border with Canada? How are Canada and Greenland responding to these expansion plans? What are the potential benefits for Trump and the U.S.?

America becomes Trumperica: Grab for Canada, Greenland is battle for wealth not wasteland

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