Hegseth cautions that ICC may investigate US boat strikes in Latin America
US defence chief vows to continue campaign against drug cartels, says Colombia has joined regional military coalition.
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Ten years since Panama Papers: What did they reveal, did anything change?
More than 11.5 million documents were released in what was considered one of the biggest data leaks ever.
Hong Kong-linked company decries search of Panama Canal port offices
The search of CK Hutchison’s subsidiary marks the latest turn in rising US-China tensions over the vital trade canal.
Hong Kong conglomerate says Panama Canal ports seized by authorities
CK Hutchison says the Panama government now has ‘administrative and operational control’ of its two ports.
From: Featured Documentaries
Latin America: In the Shadow of the US | Ep 1 – Coups
US-backed coups reshape Latin America, toppling democracies and fuelling decades of dictatorship, secrecy, and revolt.
Published On 9 Feb 2026
Panama’s president hits back after China threat in canal ports row
President Mulino responds to China, insists his country upholds the rule of law and and has an independent court system.
China warns Panama as Hong Kong firm contests ruling on canal ports
China calls court ruling against Hong Kong firm CK Hutchison on Panama Canal ports ‘absurd’ and ‘shameful’.
Shipping giant Maersk to take over Panama Canal ports after court ruling
Danish company will replace Hong Kong-based firm after Trump claimed strategic waterway was controlled by China.
Panama court rules Chinese control of canal ports unconstitutional
Lawsuit was brought before court in 2025 as US threatened to seize control of strategic waterway.
From: NewsFeed
US pressure mounts at Panama Canal over Venezuelan oil shipments
The Panama Canal has become the focus of increased US pressure as the US tries to curb Venezuelan oil shipments.
Published On 6 Jan 2026
Maduro joins Iraq’s Saddam, Panama’s Noriega as latest leader taken by US
The reported capture of Venezuelan president evokes previous eras when other leaders were seized by US.
