"Escalating Sexual Assault Crisis for Migrants in Panama"

The Darién Gap, a treacherous jungle region between Colombia and Panama, has seen a significant increase in sexual assaults on migrants, with aid groups documenting a spike in attacks over the past six months. The New York Times interviewed over 70 people, including 14 women who reported suffering sexual violence, highlighting the grim risks faced by migrants on their journey. The assaults, including aggressive touching and rape, have affected migrants from various countries, including Venezuela, Ecuador, Haiti, and Colombia.