Iran & Panama
25 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026
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International
Iran: Iran faces severe economic damage from the blockade and sanctions, with oil exports nearly halted, but retains leverage by restricting Hormuz traffic.
Panama: A Panama-flagged ship was attacked by U.S. forces, highlighting the impact on international shipping and flag states. This may raise insurance costs and legal concerns for vessels in the region.
Jul 15, 2026 · 127 articles
International
Iran: Iran backs the Houthis and has kept the Strait of Hormuz closed, demanding the U.S. meet its conditions. Its actions have severely disrupted global oil trade and heightened geopolitical tensions.
Panama: Panama is the flag state of the Vela Nova, which was attacked. The incident may affect its shipping registry and insurance liabilities.
Aug 11, 2026 · 91 articles
International
Iran: Iran is the primary target of the sanctions, as its LPG exports and banking networks are being disrupted, further pressuring its economy and military.
Panama: Four of the six sanctioned LPG tankers were Panama-flagged, highlighting its role in maritime registration for vessels involved in illicit trade.
Jun 05, 2026 · 16 articles
International
Iran: Iran launched drone attacks on Bahrain and a commercial vessel, leading to retaliatory strikes from the United States. Iran insists on controlling the Strait of Hormuz and views the US actions as violations of the ceasefire, further complicating peace negotiations and increasing regional instability.
Panama: Panama is mentioned as the flag state of the new-dt8119-c745973-bbc271-0, a tanker attacked by an Iranian drone.
Apr 20, 2026 · 338 articles
International
Iran: Iran is a central entity in this event, engaging in retaliatory strikes against the United States and its allies, asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz, and facing severe economic pressure and military attacks. Its actions and responses are critical to the conflict's escalation and potential resolution.
Panama: Panama is the flag state of the M/T Kiku, a tanker attacked by an Iranian drone, highlighting the international nature of maritime incidents in the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
International
Iran: Iran's effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has caused a global energy crisis, driving up oil and gas prices and disrupting supply chains. The nation is also engaged in ongoing conflict with Israel and the United States, leading to economic sanctions and military actions.
Panama: A Panama-flagged tanker carried Kuwaiti and Emirati crude through the Strait of Hormuz to Japan, highlighting the use of various flags for shipping amidst geopolitical tensions.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
Iran: Iran is a central actor in this event, asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz, launching missile and drone attacks on neighboring countries, and engaging in a fragile peace negotiation with the United States. Its actions directly impact global energy markets and regional stability.
Panama: A Panamanian-flagged tanker, the Kiku, was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the risks to international shipping in the region.
Jan 07, 2026 · 501 articles
International
Iran: Iran>>> is strongly implicated by South Korea>>>'s investigation as the likely source of the anti-ship missiles used in the attack. Iran>>> denies responsibility, but faces diplomatic protest and demands for preventative measures.
Panama: The HMM Namu sails under a Panama>>> flag. While not directly involved in the attack, the incident affects vessels registered under its flag.
May 27, 2026 · 33 articles
International
Iran: Iran faces a continued naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting its oil exports and economy, while hostilities have calmed but not ended.
Panama: Hegseth made comments during a visit to Panama.
Aug 13, 2026 · 75 articles
Regulatory
Iran: Institutions listed among foreign entities of concern.
Panama: Mentioned in context of broader U.S.-China tensions.
Aug 18, 2026 · 12 articles
International
Iran: Iran is the Houthis' backer, using them to exert pressure on the US and its allies, gaining leverage over a key maritime chokepoint.
Panama: Flag state of a vessel transiting Hormuz, with no direct impact.
Mar 08, 2026 · 37 articles
Domestic
Iran: Iran is mentioned in the context of a war that is causing surging oil prices, which indirectly affects the U.S. investment in Venezuela's oil industry. It is not directly involved in the Venezuelan political event.
Panama: Panama is the location where María Corina Machado made her announcement to run for president again and met with other Venezuelan opposition leaders. It serves as a neutral ground for these political discussions.
May 23, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
Iran: Previously validated by WHO for eliminating trachoma.
Panama: Trachoma is suspected in Panama, with regional efforts to investigate.
Jul 13, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Panama: Panama is highlighted as a highly competitive wealth mobility jurisdiction with a Wealth Mobility Competitiveness Score of 71.5.
Jun 16, 2026 · 7 articles
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