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slashgear.comChina 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…
citizen.co.zaCuba 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.
RealClearPoliticsCuba 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 NewsU.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.
thenation.comTreasury'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 PostU.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.comU.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.
National ReviewCuba 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.comCuba 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.
jpost.comU.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.
Nbc NewsCuban 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.orgCuba 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 IndependentU.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.
techjuice.pkU.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.
abcnews.go.comRussian 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.zaSanctioned 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.inCuba 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.
BenzingaBolton 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.comCuba 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 JazeeraCuba 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.comU.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 NewsCuba 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.inCuba 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.
Fox NewsJustice 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 HillGraham 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 PostLawmaker 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 24Protesters 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.comU.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.comCIA 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.comJustice 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.
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.
calgaryherald.comProtesters 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.
The IndependentCubans 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 PostU.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.inU.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.
ABC NewsSupreme 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.netTrump 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.
pakistantoday.com.pkChina 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.
urbanmilwaukee.comSupreme 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.
abcnews.go.comTrump 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.comAnalyst 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.comU.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…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.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.
foxnews.comFederal 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.comU.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.comU.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.
thenation.comSecretary 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 24U.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.
thehindu.comU.S. Officials Meet Cuban Figures
President Trump has discussed possible U.S. action in Cuba following the removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. U.S. officials have held meetings with several Cuban figures to discuss economic and political changes.
nypost.comJustice 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.
nbcnews.comSecretary of State Rubio Addresses Cubans in Video Message
Secretary of State Marco Rubio released a video message urging alignment with the Trump administration. He attributed Cuba's electricity and resource shortages to former leader Raúl Castro.
New York PostSecretary of State Rubio Offers New U.S.-Cuba Relationship in Spanish Message
Secretary of State Marco Rubio posted a Spanish-language message on X offering a new relationship between the U.S. and Cuba. The message blamed GAESA for Cuba's economic problems and repeated an offer of $100 million in U.S. assistance.
Washington ExaminerCuba Expands Military Cooperation With Iran and Russia
Cuba has acquired more than 300 attack drones from Iran and Russia since 2023. The systems are dispersed across military sites with Iranian advisers assisting operations.
Washington ExaminerPolish Officials Offer U.S. Advice on Cuba Economic Transition
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said Poland can share its experience from the 1989 shift from communism to a market economy. Deputy Minister of National Defense Paweł Zalewski stated the government supports democratization efforts in Cuba.
AxiosSecretary of State Rubio Addresses Cuban People on Independence Day
Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered a Spanish-language video message marking Cuban Independence Day. The message criticized Cuba's leadership and outlined U.S. offers of assistance.
ecns.cnU.S. Justice Department to Indict Former Cuban President in Miami
The U.S. Justice Department plans to file charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro in Miami. The indictment relates to a 1996 incident involving civilian aircraft.
mises.orgAlina Fernández Discusses Her Father Fidel Castro and U.S. Policy Toward Cuba
Alina Fernández, daughter of Fidel Castro, described her childhood memories and her views on current U.S. policy toward Cuba in a CNN interview. She warned that military action could cause significant harm to civilians.
gamereactor.euCuba Reports Fuel Shortages and Power Outages
Cuba has run out of diesel and fuel oil, according to a Cuban energy official. Residents in Havana and other cities are coping with prolonged blackouts and related service disruptions.
France 24Cuba Reports Fuel Shortage and Power Outages
Cuba is experiencing a fuel shortage and widespread blackouts. France 24 reported that supplies have run dry in Havana and outages have intensified across the island.
Le MondeU.S. administration expands sanctions on Cuba as tensions rise
The Cuban president warned that a U.S. attack would cause a bloodbath. Washington is adding more government entities and individuals to its sanctions list.