Cuba
Trump Says There Could Be Substantial Changes In Cuba Before The End Of The Month
President Donald Trump said there could be substantial changes in Cuba before the end of the month as his administration continues to prevent the island from getting fuel to pressure the Havana regime.
Florida-Based Men Involved in Deadly Boat Shootout Off Cuban Coast Face Possible Death Sentence Over Terrorism Charges
Six Cuban nationals living in Florida are facing terrorism charges in Cuba after authorities said they attempted to infiltrate the island by boat carrying weapons and explosives, an offense that under Cuban law can carry the death penalty or life in prison.
Trump Admin Views Cuban President Díaz-Canel as 'Obstacle' in Talks About Future Of The Island: Report
As one analyst told The Miami Herald, removing Díaz-Canel, "is not impossible" but "that decision would be a scandal" in Cuba
Top U.S. Official In Cuba Says The Regime Will Fall Before The End of The Year: 'We Believe Change Is Coming'
The U.S.'s top official in Cuba said he believes the regime will fall before the end of the year.
Expectation In Cuba For U.S. Intervention Grows After Attack on Iran: 'The Americans Have to Come'
Anxiety and speculation are rising in Cuba following U.S. military actions in Venezuela and Iran, with some residents now openly discussing the possibility of intervention on the island.
Cuba Faces Up to 20-Hour Daily Blackouts as Electricity Shortfall Hits Record Levels
Cuba is bracing for power outages affecting almost two-thirds of the population during peak demand hours, as the state utility projects an electricity deficit of almost 2,000 megawatts, the highest level of disconnection recorded since systematic energy data began in 2022.
Lindsey Graham Says 'Cuba Is Next' After Iran Bombing: 'Their Days Are Numbered'
Graham also outlined his next priority after the Iran strikes: advancing normalization between Saudi Arabia and Israel
Trump Reportedly Considering Toppling Cuban Regime Even As War With Iran Continues
President Donald Trump is reportedly considering the possibility of pursuing regime change in Cuba, believing that the administration's belligerent stance is working.
Cubans Weary of U.S. Pressure After Years of False Hope: 'We've Been Disappointed Too Many Times'
Cubans facing worsening shortages and blackouts say years of hardship and unrealized expectations have left them skeptical that renewed U.S. pressure will bring meaningful change.
Trump Says 'We Could Have a Friendly Takeover Of Cuba' Amid Reports Of Talks With Grandson Of Raul Castro
President Donald Trump said "we could very well end up having a friendly takeover of Cuba" as amid reports that his administration is having talks with the grandson of Raul Castro about the future of the beleaguered Caribbean island.
U.S. Eyes 'Favorable Licensing Policy' to Make Cuba More Reliant on American Fuel: Report
The Trump administration is moving to ease fuel shipments to Cuba's private sector as part of a broader strategy to make the island more dependent on U.S. supplies, according to a new report.
U.S. Officials Close To Marco Rubio Reportedly Met With Grandson Of Raul Castro To Continue Cuba Negotiations
U.S. officials close to Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with the grandson of Raul Castro to continue discussing the future of the island, according to a new report.
Tanker Believed To Be Carrying Russian Oil Changes Course, Stops Heading To Cuba As Shortages Continue To Bite
A tanker believed to be carrying Russian oil that was on its way to Cuba changed course and diverted from the island, which continues to experience severe fuel shortages.
At Least One U.S. Citizen Aboard The Boat Involved In Deadly Shooting With Cuban Forces Was Killed: Report
At least one of the people aboard the speedboat involved in a deadly shooting with Cuban forces was a U.S. citizen, according to a new report.
GOP Rep. Carlos Gimenez Says Cuban Regime 'Must Be Relegated to the Dustbin of History' After Attack on US-Registered Speedboat
Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) is calling for an immediate U.S. investigation after Cuban authorities reported a deadly confrontation involving a Florida-registered speedboat in Cuban waters that left four people dead and six injured.
Cuban President Diaz-Canel Stands By Killing Of People Aboard Civilian Boat: 'Will Defend Against Any Terrorist And Mercenary Aggression'
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel stood by the country's killing of 10 passengers on a boat after claiming they opened fire at its forces.
Cuban Forces Kill Four People And Wound Six Aboard Civilian Boat With U.S. Tags, Officials Say
Cuban forces killed four people and wounded six more who were aboard a speed boat with Florida tags after they were fired upon, the government said on Wednesday.
Exodus Of Cuban Forces Reshapes Venezuela's Military Balance After Maduro's Capture: 'Their Word Was the Final Authority'
Analysts caution that while the visible Cuban presence is shrinking, the network is unlikely to disappear entirely: "this is not the end of Cuban influence"
Trump Admin Reportedly Planning To Allow Energy Companies To Sell Fuel To Cuban Private Companies While Still Blocking The Regime
The Trump administration is planning to allow energy companies to sell fuel to private businesses in Cuba while continuing the blockade of the regime, according to a new report.
Supreme Court to Hear Case Over Assets Seized by Fidel Castro's Government as U.S.-Cuba Tensions Continue To Escalate
The cases stem from a provision in the 1996 Helms-Burton Act known as Title III, which allows Americans to sue entities that "traffic" in property taken by Cuba.
Canada Joins Mexico in Humanitarian Aid Effort for Cuba Amid U.S. Oil Embargo-Driven Crisis
Canada announced that it is preparing a humanitarian aid package for Cuba as the island faces severe fuel shortages, blackouts, and mounting strain on its healthcare system.
GOP Rep. Rejects Report Claiming Marco Rubio Is Holding Talks With The Grandson Of Raul Castro About The 'Future' Of The Island
Republican Rep. Carlos Gimenez rejected a report claiming that Secretary of State Marco Rubio is holding talks with the grandson of Raul Castro about the "future" of the island.
Cuba Didn't Get Any Oil In January For The First Time In 10 Years, Report Claims
Cuba didn't receive any oil in January for the first time in a decade as the U.S. maintains its blockade of the island, according to a new report.
Living Conditions in Cuba Worsen as U.S. Oil Blockade Continues, Reserves May Run Dry 'Within Weeks'
The Trump administration's cutoff of oil shipments to the island has escalated the already precarious situation to levels rarely seen before, and with each passing day the crisis appears to deteriorate.
Cuba Has Until Late March Before Running Out Of Fuel Due To U.S. Blockade, Analyst Says
Cuba has until late march before running out of fuel as a result of the ongoing blockade imposed by the U.S., according to an analyst.
Ship Believed To Be Carrying Russian Fuel Reportedly On Its Way To Cuba, Challenging U.S. Blockade
A ship potentially carrying Russian fuel is on its way to Cuba, potentially challenging the blockade imposed to the U.S. on the island, according to a new report.
Camila Cabello speaks out on humanitarian crisis in Cuba, urges support for Caritas
Camila Cabello is once again using her global platform to speak out about the deepening humanitarian crisis in Cuba, sharing a personal and emotional message about the situation on the island and calling on her followers to help.
GOP Rep. Gimenez Slams Chilean President Boric For 'Undermining U.S. Policy By Supporting Cuba's Murderous Dictatorship'
Republican Rep. Carlos Gimenez celebrated sanctions imposed on Chilean government officials by the State Department on Friday, saying that the administration of "Communist Gabriel Boric is undermining U.S. policy by supporting Cuba's murderous dictatorship."
DHS Claims 8% of Nicaragua's Population, 7% of Cuba Entered U.S. Without Authorization During Biden Administration
The Department of Homeland Security said in a social media post that during the Biden administration "8% of the entire population of Nicaragua illegally entered the US," along with "7% of Cuba, 6% of Haiti, and 5% of Honduras."
Cuban Official Dismisses Reported Contacts Between Marco Rubio And Grandson Of Raul Castro: 'Sounds To Speculation'
A top Cuban official dismissed a recent report claiming that Secretary of State Marco Rubio is holding talks with the grandson of Raul Castro about the "future" of the island.