An explosion and fire at the La Chorrera Thermoelectric Power Plant have led to a massive power outage in Panama. Authorities are working to restore electricity, which has also affected water services reliant on power. The president assured the public that power will be gradually restored.
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Senior Taliban representatives visited Tokyo for talks aimed at helping Afghanistan build a more inclusive political system and protect human rights. This marks their first diplomatic trip outside Central Asia and the Middle East since taking control of Afghanistan in 2021. The talks, organized by Nippon Zaidan, align with Japan's efforts to encourage the Taliban to adopt policies that protect human rights, despite not officially recognizing them as Afghanistan's government.
Tropical Cyclone Zelia made landfall on Western Australia's Pilbara coast as a Category 5 storm, bringing destructive winds, torrential rain, and flash flooding. Emergency services are addressing extensive damage while major ports and mining operations remain halted, causing economic disruptions.