White House Explores Military Options for Panama Canal Amid Claims of Reclaiming Control for U.S. Security
WASHINGTON — The U.S. government is reviewing its military options concerning the Panama Canal, including an extreme measure to seize the pivotal waterway amid concerns over Chinese influence in the region. The move corresponds with President Donald Trump’s assertions to Congress about reclaiming the canal to enhance the national defense, illustrating a significant shift in foreign policy tactics. The set of options ranges from safeguarding American naval vessels to potentially reinstating full American oversight. The …