Panama Highway Clash: Protestors Confront Police Amidst Rising Tensions

Clashes Erupt on Panama Highway: Ngäbe Buglé Group and Mulino Troop Confrontation. A tense standoff unfolded on the highway between Santiago and David in Panama today, as members of the Ngäbe Buglé Group clashed with the Mulino troop. The conflict, captured on video by an eyewitness, shows the use of tear gas and protestors scattering. One video shows a police officer suffering injuries. "It was chaotic," said a witness who wished to remain anonymous. "People were running everywhere, and the tear gas was overwhelming." The cause of the confrontation remains unclear, but the video highlights the intensity of the situation. Authorities have yet to release an official statement. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions in the region, prompting calls for a peaceful resolution.