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How US intervention in Venezuela mirrors its actions in Panama in 1989

The US dramatically escalated its confrontation with Venezuela on January 3, moving from sanctions and targeted strikes on alleged drug-trafficking vessels to direct military action. In a pre-dawn operation, US forces captured the Venezuelan president, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, and removed them from the country.

The Conversation · Jan 4

‘Naked imperialism’: how Trump intervention in Venezuela is a return to form for the US

Most of the Americas have suffered from interference from their powerful northern neighbour – and are usually the worse off for it

The Guardian - UK · Jan 4

'There Has Been an Agreement Behind the Scenes': Journalist on US Running Venezuela After Maduro's Arrest

Journalist Lucia Newman suggests a secret deal allowed the US to seize Venezuela, drawing parallels to the 1989 Panama invasion and the arrest of Manuel Noriega.

International Business Times UK · Jan 3

Beijing condemns ‘egregious’ destruction of monument to Chinese workers in Panama

President blames municipal authorities for demolition and pledges to rebuild monument near entrance to Panama Canal

The Independent UK · Dec 30, 2025

Beijing condemns the demolition of a monument honoring the Chinese community in Panama

China has condemned the demolition of a monument honoring the Chinese community in Panama, the latest development as the Trump administration pushes for the Central American nation to distance itself from Beijing

The Independent UK · Dec 30, 2025

‘Better off with Taiwan’: Honduras joins other Latin American countries rethinking ties with China

US pressure, broken promises by China and corruption scandals have halted Taiwan’s slide to diplomatic irrelevance in the region

The Guardian - AU · Dec 19, 2025

Mexico National Team Announces Three Friendlies to Prepare for 2026 World Cup

El Tri will return to action soon after the calendar turns to 2026.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 17, 2025

I Asked ChatGPT What the Cost of Retirement Looks Like in Countries Outside the US

ChatGPT estimated Mexico retirement at $1,500-$2,500/month, Malaysia 51.6% cheaper than U.S. at $1,500/month, Portugal $1,800/month, Spain $2,000/month.

GOBankingRates · Dec 13, 2025

England to open World Cup campaign against Croatia in Dallas

Thomas Tuchel’s men learned they would face Croatia, Ghana and Panama in Group L at Friday’s draw.

The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2025

Thomas Tuchel wants England to be hungry for World Cup after drawing Croatia

England will also face Panama and Ghana in Group L.

The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025