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HISTORICAL FACTS: 22 - The Untold Story

Cuba’s power grid collapses leaving millions without electricity for third time this month

The Cuban Electric Union announced a total blackout across the island due to an unexpected failure of a generating unit

The Independent UK

Cuba denies US embassy fuel amid energy crisis

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The Independent UK

Cuba hits back at US embassy’s ‘shameless’ request to import fuel for generators amid Trump’s blockade of island: report

US embassy in Havana attempted to import two containers of fuel earlier this month, according to a new report

The Independent UK

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Cuba refuses to let US Embassy in Havana import diesel for its generators

The Cuban government has refused a request by the U.S. Embassy in Havana to allow it to import diesel for its generators while the Trump administration continues to impose a fuel blockade on the island, according to two U.S. officials familiar with the matter

The Independent UK

Tons of aid flows into Cuba as humanitarian convoy arrives on the struggling island

Some 650 delegates from 33 countries and 120 organizations have started arriving in Cuba as part of a solidarity caravan transporting some 20 tons of humanitarian aid as the island grapples with a severe energy crisis

The Independent UK

As Trump Talks of 'Taking Cuba,' Real Change Requires More Than Replacing Its Leader

Unrest is rising in Cuba as the country runs out of oil under a U.S. blockade.

Reason

Cuban Envoy Dismisses Impact of U.S. Pressure on Regime's Leadership: 'They Will Remain in Power'

Cuba's ambassador to the United Nations has dismissed the idea that U.S. pressure could force leadership changes in Havana.

Latin Times

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Who will stop Trump on Iran?

As the war escalates and the president digs in, the White House says "Nobody tells him what to do"

Salon

A cacophony of presidential words, but few policy changes from Trump

ANALYSIS — A tidal wave of presidential words does not policy make. That was the lesson this past week at the White House, the Capitol and on board Air Force Once, where President Donald Trump got out 35,615 words publicly between Sunday and Thursday, according to CQ Roll Call’s Factba.se.…

Roll Call

Top U.S. General Says There Are No Plans For a Forceful Takeover Of Cuba

The commander of the U.S. Southern Command, Francis Donovan, told lawmakers that the army is not making preparations for a forceful takeover of Cuba.

Latin Times

U.S. Seeks To Prevent Cuba From Getting Russian Oil Despite Lifting Restrictions To Reduce Energy Prices Amid Iran War

The U.S. is seeking to prevent Cuba from getting Russian oil despite lifting restrictions on it to reduce energy prices soaring during the war in Iran.

Latin Times

A Sanctioned Tanker Is Heading To Cuba While Carrying Hundreds Of Thousands Of Oil Barrels

A sanctioned oil tanker sailing under the Russian flag is also heading to Cuba while carrying hundreds of thousands of oil barrels as the island continues to face acute fuel shortages.

Latin Times

‘I think I can do anything’: Donald Trump’s talk of invading Cuba next feels fitting for the convicted offender he is

President Donald Trump reasserted the possibility of military action in Cuba at a White House signing ceremony. Leading up to the press conference, Trump has already hinted at annexing the country for reasons still unknown.

The Mary Sue

Cuba readies for first Russian oil shipment of the year as energy crisis deepens

Cuba is preparing to receive its first shipment of Russian oil this year, just days after the government announced it was operating on natural gas, solar power and thermoelectric plants as severe power outages continue to hit an island whose power grid is crumbling

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Latin Times

Venezuela Used $64 Billion in Oil Wealth to Build Cuban-Led Repressive Security Apparatus, Report Says

Venezuela transferred an estimated $64 billion in oil wealth to Cuba over two decades, helping build a Cuban-led intelligence and security apparatus tied to political repression and social control, according to a new report.

Latin Times

Mexican President Sheinbaum Says She's 'Looking Into Different Possibilities' To Resume Fuel Shipments To Cuba

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said her administration is "looking into different possibilities" to resume fuel shipments to Cuba as the country continues to endure massive blackouts due to shortages.

Latin Times

Less Than a Quarter Of Americans Support The Trump Admin Using Force To Achieve Regime Change In Cuba, Poll Shows

Less than a quarter of Americans support the Trump administration using force to achieve regime change in Cuba, according to a new poll.

International Business Times

The New York Times Goes Against Marco Rubio's Rejection Of Cuba Power Shakeup Report: 'Received No Disagreement'

The New York Times replied to Secretary of State Marco Rubio over his rejection of a recent report claiming the Trump administration was seeking the removal of Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel as part of negotiations to open up the island's economy.

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The Guardian - AU

Russian oil tanker heading to Cuba amid US economic blockade

Vessel with 730,000 barrels of crude set to reach Cuba on 23 March, according to maritime data, after Donald Trump said he expects to have ‘honour of taking’ country

The Independent UK

Cuban president warns of ‘impregnable resistance’ after Trump threats

The Cuban leader said that the Trump administration "publicly threatens" his government almost daily

Latin Times

U.S. Eases Sanctions and Lets Companies Do Business With Venezuelan State-Owned Oil Company As Global Prices Surge Due To Iran War

It allows companies that existed before Jan. 29, 2025, to buy Venezuelan oil and engage in transactions that would normally be banned under U.S. sanctions, allowing Venezuela to reenter global markets.

International Business Times

Cuban President Vows Fierce Resistance to 'Any External Aggressor' After Trump Hinted at U.S. Invasion

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez responded to President Trump's recent saber-rattling, saying that any attack on the island would be met with an "impregnable resistance.

Latin Times

Marco Rubio Rejects Report Claiming Trump Admin Is Seeking Ouster Of Cuban President: 'Continue To Rely On Charlatans & Liars'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejected a report claiming that the Trump administration is seeking the ouster of Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel as part of negotiations to open up the island's economy.

Latin Times

Cuban President Taunts Trump Admin Amid Reports Of Plans To Put Island Under Its Tutelage: 'Will Crash'

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel taunted the Trump administration amid reports of plans to put the island under its tutelage.

Latin Times

Russia Condemns U.S. Pressure Of Cuba, Says It Will Continue Backing Cuba, 'Including Providing Material Support'

Russia condemned the U.S.'s pressure of Cuba, saying it will continue providing support to the island, including "material support."

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