Rubén Darío Paredes
Rubén Darío Paredes is a retired Panamanian general and former military leader, closely associated with the regime of General Omar Torrijos. Paredes served as a colleague and friend of Torrijos during a tumultuous period in Panama's history, and he played a key role in the military government that followed Torrijos' death in 1981. He is known for his reflections on the impact of Torrijos' leadership and the subsequent political changes in Panama, particularly following the 1982 forced resignation of President Aristides Royo, which he orchestrated. His insights shed light on the dynamics of military governance and the challenges faced by the regime during its decline.
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Recent news mentions
General Rubén Darío Paredes had a revelation about the impending invasion while returning to Panama.
¿Dónde estaba cuando ocurrió la invasión? Noche triste de despiste, epifanía y Korsi
Panama· 2025-12-20
Retired General Rubén Darío Paredes recounted how Noriega initially opted for exile before the US invasion.
As Washington weighs options on Venezuela, US invasion of Panama offers an imperfect blueprint for military action
United States· 2025-11-15
Rubén Darío Paredes described Noriega's regime as a combination of crime and drug trafficking.
A un año de aquella crónica
Venezuela· 2025-08-27
Rubén Darío Paredes is a former Panamanian military officer featured in Berguido's work.
De ‘Golden Boy’ de la CIA a enemigo de Estados Unidos: el rol de Noriega en ‘El colapso de Panamá’Panama· 2025-08-17
Rubén Darío Paredes reflects on the consequences of Torrijos' death for the military regime.
Paredes: ‘Torrijos mismo fue quien acabó con Omar Torrijos’Panama· 2025-08-01
