Trump threatens to reclaim Panama Canal over high fees for US ships

Donald Trump has threatened to demand the return of the Panama Canal, claiming that fees for US ships are unfair. He expressed concerns about Chinese influence near the canal and criticized Panama for charging high rates. In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated that the US has been generous to Panama and called the fees "ridiculous." He warned that if Panama does not ensure secure operations, the US will seek full control of the canal. The Panama Canal, completed by the US in 1914, was handed over to Panama in 1999. It is a key route for global shipping, with significant traffic from the US and other countries.