Panama Firmly Denies US Military Presence on Its Territory Targets Venezuela Amid Regional Tensions

Nov 14, 2025 03:27 am CST

Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino has categorically rejected claims that US military exercises in the country are directed against Venezuela, emphasizing Panama's sovereignty while addressing concerns about a controversial security agreement that allows American forces to use Panamanian facilities for training purposes amid regional tensions and statements from former US President Trump regarding the Panama Canal.