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News | Mar 07, 2024

MSF forced to suspend medical activities in Panama

As one of the few organizations working in southern Panama, this will be devastating for migrants exiting the treacherous Darién Gap, including many victims of sexual violence. 

Story | Feb 29, 2024

MSF demands action to stop brutality and sexual violence in the Darién Gap

MSF teams in Panama are seeing an alarming increase in sexual violence cases among migrants exiting the Darién, along with intensified brutality.

Story | Feb 05, 2024

Shocking increase in sexual violence reported in Darién Gap 

MSF medical teams in Panama reported a sevenfold increase in patients seeking care for sexual violence.

Story | Dec 11, 2023

Migrants left without protection as Darién Gap crossings reach half a million

A record-breaking 500,000 people have crossed the Darién Gap in 2023 as authorities continue to neglect their needs.

Story | Nov 21, 2023

Darién Gap: “We crossed the jungle looking for a better future—not for our lives to end.”

MSF teams in Panama are treating rising rates of sexual violence among migrants crossing the deadly Darién Gap on their journey north.

Story | Sep 11, 2023

Migrants on the move: In search of safety in the Americas

Violence, hunger, and deep moments of anguish along Central American migration routes.

Story | Jun 27, 2023

Pregnant and disabled people in the deadly Darién Gap

Migrants in Panama face inadequate conditions in terms of protection, hygiene, and access to basic services. 

News | Mar 24, 2023

Biden administration must withdraw proposed asylum rule

The sweeping rule would disqualify most asylum seekers who pass through another country en route to the US southern border.

Story | Dec 20, 2022

Forgotten Emergencies 2022: MSF responds

Story | Dec 19, 2022

International Migrants Day 2022: Stories from the deadly Darién Gap

Over 220,000 migrants faced the treacherous journey this year.