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Trump Administration Pushes Historic Case Against Raúl Castro

The United States is preparing a possible criminal indictment against Raúl Castro over Cuba's 1996 shootdown of two civilian aircraft operated by the exile humanitarian group Brothers to the Rescue, according to multiple U.S. officials

Latin Times

From Bay of Pigs to Blackouts: CIA chief's daylight visit to Havana to effect regime change as Cuba goes dark

The U.S. is reportedly employing economic pressure and political tactics to achieve a bloodless transition in Cuba, following decades of failed covert operations. CIA Director John Ratcliffe's visit to Havana signals a new approach, with Washington demanding fundamental changes for engagement, while intensifying sanctions and intelligence operations.

The Times of India

CIA Director Travels To Cuba As Washington Continues To Put Pressure On Havana

CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Cuba to meet with intelligence officials and Raul Rodriguez Castro, grandson of former leader Raul Castro.

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Protests erupt in Havana as Cuba faces severe fuel shortages

Small protests broke out in Havana over worsening shortages of food, power, and fuel, as Cuban authorities blamed US sanctions for the crisis and warned that fuel reserves had run out.

Euronews

US reportedly seeks to indict Cuba's ex-president Raúl Castro as energy crisis deepens

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has renewed an offer of €85 million in aid on the condition that the assistance be distributed by the Catholic Church, bypassing the government.

Euronews

CIA Director John Ratcliffe holds rare talks with Cuban officials in Havana

The discussions focused on intelligence cooperation, economic stability and security issues

The Independent UK

Cuba Accepts $100 Million U.S. Aid Offer As Island Runs Out Of Oil

Cuba said Thursday it will accept a $100 million humanitarian aid offer from the United States as the island faces a deepening fuel collapse, widespread blackouts, and growing public frustration in Havana.

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Cuba facing severe energy crisis as supplies of Russian oil run dry

Trump has imposed a blockade on Cuba and threatened to impose tariffs on any countries that provide it with fuel

The Independent UK

Lights out in Havana: Protests erupt as 'absolutely no fuel' left in Cuba

Cuba has completely run out of diesel and fuel oil, energy minister Vicente de la O Levy has said, as a US-led blockade chokes supply and plunges parts of Havana into blackouts lasting up to 22 hours a day.

The Times of India

Marco Rubio says Cuba's leaders must go as US offers country €85 million in aid

Cuba lost the source for around half its fuel needs when US forces snatched Venezuela’s president in a stunning January raid, with his successor complying with US pressure not to aid the island.

Euronews

Protests flare across Havana as power cuts deepen amid US blockade

CUBA-CRISIS-Protests flare across Havana as power cuts deepen amid US blockade

The Economic Times

US renews $100m Cuba aid offer; alleges Havana blocking ‘critical life-saving aid’

The United States renewed an offer of $100 million in humanitarian aid to Cuba, saying the assistance would be made available if Havana cooperates with Washington as the island struggles through a worsening economic and energy crisis marked by prolonged blackouts and fuel shortages.

The Times of India

Cuba has run out of diesel and fuel oil, energy minister says, as US blockade pushes island to brink

Minister Vicente de la O Levy says ‘Cuba is open to anyone that wants to sell us fuel’ as rolling power blackouts increase

The Guardian - UK

Marco Rubio Dares Cuba to Accept $100 Million From the U.S., But There's One Condition

The United States said Wednesday it is ready to provide $100 million in direct assistance to the Cuban people, escalating a humanitarian and political challenge to Havana as the island struggles with blackouts, food shortages and one of the deepest economic crises in decades.

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Trump Says Cuba Is 'Asking for Help' Signaling Possible Talks With Havana As He Throws Florida Politicians Under the Bus

President Donald Trump said that the United States could soon open talks with Cuba after claiming the island nation is "asking for help," signaling a potentially dramatic shift in tone after months of escalating pressure from his administration.

International Business Times

Trump Won't Allow Cuba To 'Deteriorate Into An Even More Severe Security Threat,' U.S. Official Says

The Trump administration will not allow Cuba to "deteriorate into an even more severe security threat to the national security of the United States," a U.S. official said as the country again ramps up pressure on the Havana regime.

International Business Times

Cuban Political Prisoners Say Officials Threatened to 'Eliminate' Them if U.S. Attacks: Report

Independent journalist Luis Cino told Spain's ABC that a state security officer warned him "all counterrevolutionaries will be removed" if the United States attacks Cuba

Latin Times

Trump Administration Expands Intelligence Missions Near Cuba - Report

The United States has sharply increased intelligence-gathering flights off the coast of Cuba in recent months, according to a CNN analysis of publicly available aviation data, a development that is drawing new attention amid growing tensions between Washington and Havana.

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Marco Rubio Just Hit One of Cuba's Most Powerful Military Companies With New U.S. Sanctions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced new U.S. sanctions Thursday against one of Cuba's most powerful military-linked business groups, escalating the Trump administration's pressure campaign against Havana.

International Business Times

Marco Rubio Announces New Sanctions Against Cuba, Further Increasing Pressure On Havana Regime

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Thursday a new set of sanctions against the Cuban regime, this time targeting its military-industrial complex, its leader and a natural resources company ran by the state.

The Guardian - UK

‘An epidemic of flies, rats, waste and foul odours’: health fears in Cuba as US oil blockade halts rubbish collection

As Trump ramps up pressure by cutting off fuel to the island, Havana’s refuse is rarely collected, forcing residents to burn it in the streets despite the pollution

The Independent UK

Is Cuba next in Trump’s sights as Rubio casts doubt on diplomatic resolution?

Marco Rubio said the likelihood of a diplomatic resolution is ‘not high’ given the current leadership

The Independent UK

Havana boasts its first two modular homes as Cuba's capital disintegrates

Cuba has unveiled Havana’s first two modular homes using repurposed shipping containers

The Guardian - UK

Cuba gets trickle of intrepid tourists as Trump’s oil blockade continues

Island’s tourism industry been hit hard by severe US pressure – but some say foreigners should still visit

Euronews

Trump jokes that the US Navy will takeover Cuba 'almost immediately' on the way back from Iran

Trump appeared to hint at a potential military operation in Cuba after US forces “finish the job” in Iran. The comments come as Washington announced a set of new sanctions targeting the island nation on Friday, which Havana slammed as a form of collective punishment.

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