In brief
In a startling move, the U.S. State Department has revoked the visas of former Panama President Martín Torrijos and presidential candidate Ricardo Lombana after they publicly criticized recent agreements made between Panama and President Trump.
Former President Torrijos expressed concern that the cancellation was a direct warning to all Panamanians against voicing dissent. This escalation comes amid rising tensions involving the U.S. and Panama, particularly following Trump's claims regarding Panama Canal control and agreements related to U.S. military presence and immigration policies.
