“Not a Gift From US…” Panama Files UN Complaint Over Trump’s Threat to Seize Canal, Russia Warns

Panama President Jose Raul Mulino rebuked US President Donald Trump’s claim on the Panama Canal, asserting it was not a US gift and belongs to Panama. At Davos, Mulino emphasized Panama’s sovereignty, rejecting foreign interference and adhering to neutrality. Panama filed a UN complaint over Trump’s threats and audited Hong Kong-linked port operators. Meanwhile, Russia and China supported Panama’s stance, urging respect for international law. In Greenland, PM Egede rejected US acquisition, advocating self-determination amidst Arctic tensions. n18oc_crux