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winnipegfreepress.compolitics3 hrs ago
U.S. Indicts Raúl Castro for 1996 Shootdown of Civilian Planes, Imposes Sanctions on Cuban Leadership
A federal grand jury indicted Raúl Castro last month. The Treasury Department sanctioned President Miguel Díaz-Canel and other officials on the same day President Trump linked Cuba policy to operations in Iran.
Bloombergworld1 day ago
Trafigura Halts Zinc Shipments from Cuba Mine Citing US Sanctions Risk
@business reported that Trafigura Group informed select customers it will not deliver shipments from a zinc mine in Cuba amid rising U.S. sanctions pressure.
Washington Examinerpolitics2 days ago
U.S. Sanctions GAESA, Cuban Military-Linked Conglomerate
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced sanctions on GAESA in a May 20 video address. The move targets a conglomerate that controls an estimated 40 to 70 percent of Cuba's economy and is run by the Cuban armed forces.
The Independentbusiness2 days ago
Cuba Fuel Shortages Leave Vintage Shared Taxis Idle Since January
Cuba's fuel shortages have idled many vintage American cars used as shared taxis. Officials attribute the shortages to tightened U.S. sanctions that began in January.
foxnews.comworld3 days agoUpdated
Cuba's Ministry of the Interior Marks 65th Anniversary; Raul Castro Attends
Cuba's former president appeared publicly for the first time since a May U.S. indictment on murder charges.
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New York Postpolitics3 days ago
Cuban YouTuber Arrested After Publishing Video of Abandoned Cold War-Era Missile
Eddy Ceballos, 38, was detained Monday during a police raid and remains held without formal charges. His channel documented Havana’s infrastructure decay in the style of wildlife documentaries.
Abc Newsworld4 days ago
Cuba Offers Hotel Management to Local and Exiled Investors as Foreign Chains Withdraw and Tourism Collapses
President Miguel Díaz-Canel announced the policy shift after Melia and other foreign chains announced withdrawals. Tourism arrivals fell 48 percent in the first quarter of 2026.
nbcnews.comworld4 days ago
Cubans Stage Pot-Banging Protests Against Power Blackouts as U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on President Díaz-Canel
Residents in Cuba clanged pots in darkness to protest electricity outages linked to tightened U.S. energy restrictions and new sanctions on President Miguel Diaz-Canel and his family.
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insurancejournal.compolitics5 days ago
U.S. Sanctions Travel Agency for Cuba Trips
The agency faces penalties after facilitating travel to Cuba. Officials warned that anyone providing services to the sanctioned entity risks enforcement action.
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indiatoday.intoday.inpolitics5 days ago
U.S. Treasury imposes sanctions on Cuban president and four others
The United States sanctioned Cuba's president, his wife, and three additional individuals, including the son of a former Cuban president. The Treasury Department filed the sanctions on Thursday.
The Independentbusiness6 days ago
US Sanctions on Cuban Military Conglomerate GAESA Prompt Melia to Close 15 Hotels
Melia will cease operations at 15 of its 34 hotels on the island after new U.S. sanctions targeted its local partner. The move adds to recent pullbacks by other foreign chains and follows a sharp drop in tourist arrivals.
slashgear.comworld10 days ago
China Donates Solar Power Systems to Hospitals in Energy-Strapped Cuba
China has supplied thousands of solar power systems to Cuba, with many already installed in Havana hospitals and clinics. Emergency rooms, intensive care units, and vaccine storage facilities are now running reliably, though tens of thousands of patients still await delayed surge…
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citizen.co.zaworld10 days ago
Cuba Struggles With Prolonged Power Blackouts Amid Fuel Shortages
Cuba enters another month of widespread power outages caused by a near-total U.S. fuel blockade. Residents in high-rise buildings report daily disruptions to basic routines.
RealClearPoliticspolitics11 days ago
Cuba Faces Extended Power Outages and Food Shortages
Cubans report prolonged blackouts and limited food supplies amid an ongoing economic downturn. The situation has prompted public expressions of hardship in multiple regions.
Defense Newsworld11 days ago
U.S. and Cuban Military Officials Hold Joint Security Meeting at Guantánamo Bay Perimeter
U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Francis Donovan held a meeting Friday with senior Cuban military officials at the edge of Naval Station Guantanamo Bay. Both sides agreed to maintain communication after discussing perimeter security.
Fox Newsworld11 days ago
Treasury's OFAC Issues Administrative Subpoenas to Hasan Piker, Medea Benjamin Seeking Records on Cuba Convoy Travel and Funding
The Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control issued administrative subpoenas to Twitch streamer Hasan Piker and CodePink co-founder Medea Benjamin seeking records on their March 2026 travel to Cuba and related communications and financial activity.
New York Postworld11 days ago
U.S. Officials Identify Raul Castro Grandson as Contact in Cuba Talks
Raul Guillermo Rodriguez Castro, grandson of former Cuban leader Raul Castro, has been named in recent U.S.-Cuba discussions. The 94-year-old former president was indicted in Miami on May 23 for a 1996 incident.
israelnationalnews.comworld11 days agoUpdated
U.S. and Cuban Military Officials Hold Operational Security Meeting at Guantanamo Bay Perimeter
Gen. Francis L. Donovan held a brief exchange on operational security with Gen. Roberto Legrá Sotolongo and other senior Cuban officers on Friday at the edge of Naval Station Guantanamo Bay.
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National Reviewpolitics11 days ago
Cuba Faces Ongoing Economic and Social Challenges
Cuba continues to experience severe shortages and infrastructure problems. Observers note that internal policies rather than external factors are cited by some as primary causes.
thenation.comworld12 days ago
Cuba Students Face Power Cuts During Remote Classes
Frequent electricity outages in Cuba are interrupting university coursework and forcing students to complete assignments during brief windows when power returns. The blackouts have lasted up to 15 hours at a time in Havana.
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jpost.compolitics12 days ago
U.S. military presence near Cuba reaches second-largest level worldwide
The U.S. Department of Defence has positioned additional troops, ships and aircraft near Cuba over several months. The Navy's regional force is now the second largest globally after its Middle East deployment.
newser.comworld12 days ago
Cuban Pilot Sentenced to Seven Months for Immigration Fraud
Luis Raúl González-Pardo Rodríguez received a seven-month prison term after pleading guilty to lying about his military background on a permanent-residency application. He is expected to serve about ten more days because of time already served.
pbs.orgpolitics12 days ago
Cuba Says U.S. Energy Blockade and Castro Indictment Undermine Talks
Cuba's deputy foreign minister stated that recent U.S. actions cast doubt on Washington's commitment to dialogue. The comments follow a January energy blockade and a Florida court indictment of former president Raul Castro.
The Independentpolitics12 days ago
U.S. Positions Ships and Troops in Caribbean Near Cuba
The United States has moved an aircraft carrier and other forces to the Caribbean region over several months. Officials said no invasion of Cuba is planned or imminent.
politics13 days ago
U.S. Maintains Long-Standing Contingency Plans for Potential Sudden Instability in Cuba
The Trump administration has developed contingency military response plans in case Cuba experiences sudden political or social breakdown. Officials described the planning as routine preparation for regional crises.
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abcnews.go.comworld13 days ago
Russian Tanker Diverts From Cuba Route
A Russian tanker that had appeared headed for Cuba has altered course. The change leaves the island without an expected fuel delivery amid an existing U.S. oil blockade.
citizen.co.zafinance13 days ago
Sanctioned Russian Tanker Turns South After Failing to Reach Cuba
A Russian-flagged tanker carrying 270,000 barrels of diesel fuel has changed course toward Brazil after weeks of drifting northeast of Cuba. The vessel remains under U.S. and EU sanctions.
indiatoday.intoday.inpolitics15 days ago
Cuba Acquired Over 300 Attack Drones From Iran and Russia Since 2023
Cuba has obtained more than 300 attack drones from Iran and Russia since 2023. The systems give limited asymmetric capability but do not close the military gap with the United States. Migration, narcotics, and espionage concerns have prompted recent U.S. naval deployments.
Benzingafinance15 days ago
Bolton Article Says Cuba Faces Economic Pressure After Venezuela Oil Cutoff
Former U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton wrote in The Telegraph that Cuba's government may be in its final weeks. He cited the end of Venezuelan oil shipments and comparisons to the 1991 Soviet subsidy collapse.
france24.comworld15 days ago
Cuba Expands Solar Installations as Blackouts Persist
Cuba reports that renewables supplied 10 percent of electricity demand in 2025, up from 3 percent the prior year. The government aims for 15 percent coverage by the end of 2026 and 100 percent by 2050. Most residents continue to rely on charcoal or wood during outages.
Al Jazeerapolitics16 days ago
Cuba Receives First 15,000 Tonnes of Chinese Rice Donation
Cuba announced the arrival of 15,000 tonnes of rice from China on Saturday. The shipment is part of a planned 60,000-tonne donation as the island faces fuel shortages and power outages.
upi.compolitics17 days ago
U.S. military flights near Cuba increase as officials revive Monroe Doctrine references
The U.S. Navy and Air Force have conducted at least 25 intelligence flights around Cuba since February 4. Officials have referenced the Monroe Doctrine to justify renewed regional policy focus.
Nbc Newsworld17 days ago
Cuba Expands Solar Capacity as Residents Use Charcoal During Power Shortages
Cuba’s government plans to reach 100 percent renewable energy by 2050. Most residents continue using charcoal for cooking because solar systems remain unaffordable for the average household.
indiatoday.intoday.inpolitics18 days ago
Cuba Distributes Survival Pamphlets After U.S. Indictment of Raul Castro
Cuban authorities have begun distributing survival pamphlets following a U.S. Department of Justice indictment of Raul Castro. The indictment concerns the deaths of Americans attributed to actions by the Cuban government.
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Fox Newspolitics18 days ago
Justice and Treasury Departments Investigate U.S. Nonprofits for Alleged Cuba Coordination
Federal investigators are examining whether U.S. nonprofits and activists coordinated with Cuban officials after murder charges were filed against Raúl Castro. The probe covers messaging, fundraising and travel activities by groups with combined annual revenue of about $1 billion…
The Hillpolitics18 days ago
Graham Says Cuban Liberation Is Close at Hand
Sen. Lindsey Graham stated that Cuban liberation is near. The comments come as the U.S. maintains an oil blockade and officials consider economic and security talks.
New York Postpolitics18 days ago
Lawmaker urges U.S. military action to detain former Cuban official over 1996 aircraft incident
A member of Congress called for military involvement to bring a former Cuban official to the United States for prosecution. The request follows the unsealing of an indictment tied to a 1996 incident that killed four people.
France 24politics18 days ago
Protesters Rally Outside U.S. Embassy in Havana After Raul Castro Indictment
Thousands of demonstrators gathered in front of the U.S. embassy in Havana on Friday. The rally expressed support for former Cuban president Raul Castro following his indictment in the United States.
motherjones.compolitics18 days ago
U.S. Relatives Send Food and Supplies to Cuba After Oil Restrictions
Cubans are receiving increased shipments of food, flashlights, and fans from family members in the United States. The assistance follows months of oil restrictions that have affected daily supplies on the island.
upi.compolitics18 days ago
CIA Director Brings Paramilitary Operator to Havana Meeting
CIA Director John Ratcliffe met senior Cuban officials in Havana last week. He brought one of the operators involved in the January capture of Nicolás Maduro. The visit occurred amid U.S. pressure on Cuba over oil exports and security issues.
nbcnews.comfinance18 days ago
Justice Department Indicts Raúl Castro Over 1996 Aircraft Shootdown
The U.S. Department of Justice filed charges against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro and others for the 1996 downing of two civilian planes. Several activist groups responded by issuing statements opposing the indictment.
politics19 days ago
Cuba Reports Fuel Shortage and Economic Contraction in 2026
Cuba experienced a fuel shortage after a sanctioned Russian tanker delivered 100,000 tons of crude in March. The island's GDP contracted nearly 5 percent by the end of 2025, with further contraction projected for 2026.
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calgaryherald.compolitics19 days ago
Protesters Rally Outside U.S. Embassy in Havana After Castro Indictment
Thousands of demonstrators gathered outside the U.S. embassy in Havana on Friday. The rally expressed support for former Cuban president Raul Castro following his indictment in the United States.
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The Independentpolitics19 days ago
Cubans Protest U.S. Embassy Over Indictment of Former Leader
Thousands gathered in Havana on Friday to protest a U.S. decision to indict a former Cuban leader over a 1990s airplane incident. Officials described the charges as a possible pretext for military action.
New York Postpolitics19 days ago
U.S. Justice Department Indicts Former Spanish Prime Minister and Cuban Leader
Federal prosecutors filed charges against former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero and Cuban leader Raúl Castro in separate cases. The actions target alleged financial ties to Venezuela and a 1996 incident over international waters.
indiatoday.intoday.infinance19 days ago
U.S. Immigration Officials Detain Cuban National Linked to Military Financial Group
U.S. immigration authorities took a Cuban national into custody. The individual is identified as the sister of the executive president of GAESA, Cuba's military-controlled financial conglomerate.
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ABC Newsworld19 days ago
Supreme Court Allows Cruise Lines to Face Lawsuits Over Havana Port Use
The Supreme Court ruled that four major cruise lines can be sued for using a Havana port confiscated by the Cuban government in 1960. The 8-1 decision permits claims under a 1996 federal law for commercial use between 2016 and 2019.
consequenceofsound.netpolitics19 days ago
Trump Says U.S. Carrier Near Cuba Is Humanitarian, Not Intimidation
President Trump stated that a reported U.S. aircraft carrier near Cuba is not meant to intimidate the Cuban government. He described Cuba as a failed country lacking electricity, money, food, and other necessities, and said the U.S. intends to provide humanitarian help.
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pakistantoday.com.pkworld19 days ago
China Condemns U.S. Charges Against Former Cuban Leader Raul Castro
China's foreign ministry opposed U.S. criminal charges against former Cuban leader Raul Castro and unilateral sanctions on Cuba. The statement came after the U.S. announced charges tied to a 1996 plane incident.
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urbanmilwaukee.comworld19 days ago
Supreme Court Rules Cruise Lines Must Pay for Using Cuban Port
The Supreme Court ruled 8-1 that major cruise lines owe compensation for docking at a Havana port confiscated from a U.S. company. The decision reverses an appeals court ruling and revives claims under a 1996 law.
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abcnews.go.compolitics19 days ago
Trump Announces Possible U.S. Action on Cuba
President Trump stated on Thursday that the U.S. may take unspecified action regarding Cuba. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described Cuba's political and economic systems as broken.
nbcnews.compolitics20 days ago
Analyst Discusses Possibility of Cuba Operation After Venezuela Capture
A Reuters reporter stated that the capture of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro makes a similar operation in Cuba more plausible than before. The comment was made during an appearance on the Reuters World News podcast.
newser.compolitics20 days ago
U.S. Indicts Raul Castro Over 1996 Downing of Civilian Planes
The Department of Justice charged former Cuban leader Raul Castro and five others with seven counts of murder and related offenses tied to the 1996 downing of two Brothers to the Rescue aircraft. Cuban residents described ongoing electricity shortages and limited access to medici…
abcnews.go.comworld20 days ago
U.S. Navy Drone Conducts Surveillance Off Southern Cuban Coast
A U.S. Navy MQ-4 Triton drone is operating off the southern coast of Cuba. U.S. forces have increased reconnaissance flights in the area over recent months.
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foxnews.compolitics20 days ago
Federal Prosecutors Unseal Indictment Charging Former Cuban Leader Raúl Castro
Federal prosecutors in Florida unsealed an indictment charging former Cuban leader Raúl Castro and five others over the 1996 downing of two civilian planes. Officials presented the charges at a press conference in Miami.
thehindu.comworld20 days ago
U.S. Officials Meet Cuban Figures
President Trump has indicated that Cuba could face a change similar to the recent U.S. operation in Venezuela. Cuban officials have responded to the statements while U.S. sanctions continue to affect the island's economy.
nbcnews.compolitics20 days agoUpdated
U.S. Justice Department indicts former Cuban leader Raul Castro over 1996 aircraft downing
The United States announced criminal charges against former Cuban leader Raul Castro over the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft. The indictment includes charges of conspiracy to kill U.S. nationals, destruction of an aircraft, and four counts of murder.
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thenation.comworld20 days ago
Secretary of State Advances Long-Term Cuba Policy Shift
The secretary of state, whose parents left Cuba before the 1959 revolution, is advancing measures aimed at long-term political and economic change on the island. The effort continues prior U.S. approaches to Cuba.
France 24politics20 days agoUpdated
U.S. Charges Former Cuban President Raúl Castro in 1996 Plane Shootdown
Federal prosecutors unsealed an indictment charging Raúl Castro with murder and conspiracy in the 1996 downing of two civilian planes operated by the Miami-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue. The charges also name five other individuals, including former Cuban pilots.
nypost.compolitics20 days ago
Justice Department to Announce Indictment of Former Cuban President Raúl Castro
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and Florida prosecutors will speak from Miami on the expected indictment. The Justice Department has not released further details on the charges.